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South Korea scandal

South Korean Court Rejects Arrest of Ex-Justice Minister
By Associated Press
Cho Kuk avoids arrest as an investigation continues, but the court made clear the allegations against him are “not good.”

South Korean Conservatives: What Now?
By Steven Denney
Can South Korea’s once-strong right recover from damaging scandals and infighting?

Can South Korea’s 2 Main Parties Learn From Each Other?
By Tae-jun Kang
The Liberty Korea Party and Democratic Party have adopted opposite approaches to public scandals, both with mixed results.

Is Moon Jae-in Becoming a Lame Duck?
By Tae-jun Kang
Most South Korean presidents have faltered in their third years. Moon risks falling into the same trap.

Will Park Geun-hye Face Jail Time for the Choi-Gate Scandal?
By Bruce Harrison
Barring a political deal, Park looks likely to face prosecution if the Constitutional Court upholds her impeachment.

South Korea at a Crossroads
By Steven Denney
As a president’s fate hangs in the balance, South Korea is in a state of pervasive political uncertainty.

The History of a Scandal: How South Korea's President Was Impeached
By Justin Fendos
The biggest scandal in South Korean history almost never made it to light.

A Tough Task for South Korea's Interim Government
By Bruce Harrison
With President Park impeached, Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn assumes the reins. He has his work cut out for him.

South Korean President Impeached
By John Power
The National Assembly votes to impeach beleaguered President Park Geun-hye.

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.

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.

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.
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