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Park Geun-hye
Asia’s 2016 Winners and Losers
By Anthony Fensom
Pacific Money hands out some presents to the political winners and losers across the Asia-Pacific in 2016.
Time for a Constitutional Change in South Korea?
By Bruce Harrison
In the wake of Park Geun-hye's downfall, some argue the time is right to change the role of the presidency.
After President's Impeachment, a Stress Test for South Korea
By Aidan Foster-Carter
Park Geun-hye's impeachment heralds prolonged limbo and potential crisis.
China Brings More Economic Retaliation for THAAD Against South Korea
By Ankit Panda
South Korean conglomerate Lotte sees its affiliates come under pressure in China. Is this all because of THAAD?
US-Japan-South Korea Trilateral Cooperation Hangs in the Balance
By Sangbo Park
Donald Trump won't seriously jeopardize U.S.-ROK-Japan cooperation. South Korea's next president might.
South Korean President Leaves Her Fate To Feuding Lawmakers
By Elaine Ramirez
The embattled Park Geun-hye may be betting on political deadlock to deflect an impending impeachment motion.
Embattled South Korean President Park Geun-hye Announces Intent to Resign, Conditional on Lawmakers
By Ankit Panda
South Korea's "Choi-gate" political scandal finally forces Park Geun-hye to plan for an exit from power.
How Is the Presidential Scandal Impacting South Korea's Diplomacy?
By Elaine Ramirez
The short-term fallout is limited, but Park's weakness at a time of geopolitical flux could have long-term consequences.
The Challenge for Asia's Female Politicians
By Jiyoung Song
Asia is seeing a new wave of successful female politicians, but getting to the top requires hard choices.
Specter of Impeachment Grows for South Korea’s President
By John Power
After prosecutors name Park a "conspirator," oppositions parties start the paperwork to remove her from office.
South Korea's President Lost the ‘Mandate of Heaven’
By Gi-Wook Shin and Rennie J. Moon
Whether Park Geun-hye steps down or not, most Koreans no longer see her as a legitimate leader.
South Korea's Reform Crisis
By Anthony Fensom
South Korea's much-needed economic reforms have faded from discussion, thanks to a sensational political scandal.