When did Park Geun hye become president of South Korea?

Park became the 18th president of South Korea on 25 February 2013. At midnight, she took over all presidential authorities including the prerogative of supreme command of South Korea’s armed forces from her predecessor Lee Myung-bak.

Why did Park Geun hye leave the Grand National Party?

Park’s supporters argued that this was a kind of political reprisal, and that they should secede from the Grand National Party. Eventually, they formed parties named Pro-Park Coalition and Solidarity for Pro-Park Independents (친박 무소속 연대; Chin Park Musosok Yeondae ).

Why was Park Geun-hye appointed chairwoman of GNP?

Due to the failed attempt to impeach President Roh Moo-hyun and the bribery scandal of its 2002 presidential candidate, Lee Hoi-chang (revealed in 2004), the GNP was facing a severe defeat in the 2004 general election. Park was appointed as the chairwoman of the party and led the election efforts.

How old was Park Geun hye when he was attacked?

During the campaign, on 20 May 2006, Ji Chung-ho, a 50-year-old man with eight criminal convictions, slashed Park’s face with a utility knife, causing an 11-centimeter wound that required 60 stitches and several hours of surgery. A famous anecdote from this incident occurred when Park was hospitalized after the attack.

Who is the mother of Park Geun-hye?

Park was born in Samdeok-dong of Jung District, Daegu. She was the first child of father Park Chung-hee, the 3rd president of South Korea (from 1963 to 1979) and mother, Yuk Young-soo. Despite being a Korean, she is multi-lingual and is fluent in English, Spanish, French, and Mandarin.

Why was Park Geun hye suspended from her position?

• On December 9, 2016, she was suspended from the position of President as an impeachment vote took place which concluded 234 members out of 300 in favor of impeachment of Park Geun-Hye’s presidential duties and rights. This happened because of her involvement and misusage of powers in the 2016 South Korean political scandal.