Roh Tae-woo
Roh Tae-woo was a South Korean general and politician who served as the president of South Korea from 1988 to 1993. He played a significant role in the country's transition to democracy following a period of military rule. Initially a co-conspirator in the 1980 coup that brought Chun Doo-hwan to power, Roh later became the first president to be elected through a direct popular vote in South Korea's history. His presidency is noted for initiating significant political reforms and fostering economic growth, but he is also remembered for his involvement in the violent Gwangju Uprising. After leaving office, Roh was convicted of corruption related to his presidency and received a 17-year prison sentence, which was later commuted. He was eventually pardoned in 1997.
Born on Dec 04, 1932 (92 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 26,819 | $106,000 | 53$ |
| Romania | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 7,448 | $250,000 | 97$ |
| Cabo Verde | 1 | 2.00 | 0.22% | +0% | 555,987 | 1,244 | $2,100 | 5$ |
| Totals | 4 | 141,450,985 | 53,682 | $3,058,100 | 878$ |
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Romania:
Yoon could become the third former South Korean leader convicted for insurrection, after Chun Doo-hwan and Roh Tae-woo.
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Cabo Verde:
Roh Tae-woo is mentioned as another former president who was convicted of 'insurrection' in 1996.
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Kenya:
Roh Tae-woo was a protege of Chun Doo-hwan and was convicted of treason along with him.
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United Kingdom:
Roh Tae-woo was picked by Chun Doo-hwan as his successor.
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