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Ex-South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo declares presidential candidacy

Former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo announced his candidacy for presidential election on June 3.

2025-04-13

Former Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo calls for greater 'political diversity' after meeting DP chief

Former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo called for a wider diversity of voices within domestic politics in his meeting with Democratic Party (DP) leader Lee Jae-myung on Thursday.

2025-02-13

Special pardons granted to Lee Myung-bak, Kim Kyoung-soo, politicians

President Yoon Suk-yeol granted special pardons to politicians along the party lines including former President Lee Myung-bak and former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo Tuesday, ahead of the New Year.

2022-12-27

President Yoon pardons Lee Myung-bak, former South Gyeongsang gov.

President Yoon Suk-yeol granted special pardons to politicians including former President Lee Myung-bak and former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo Tuesday.

2022-12-27

Former President Lee Myung-bak recommended for pardon

Former President Lee Myung-bak has been recommended for a presidential pardon by a review committee. In addition to the pardon, he will have his full rights restored and the privileges of an ex-president restored.

2022-12-23

Jailed ex-governor Kim Kyoung-soo says he's not sorry, won't take parole

Former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo said he'd refuse a parole if offered one by correctional authorities.

2022-12-15

Pardon looks likely for ex-President Lee Myung-bak

President Yoon Suk-yeol is considering pardons for political figures including President Lee Myung-bak before the end of this year.

2022-12-11

Politicians excluded from Yoon Suk-yeol's first pardons

Former President Lee Myung-bak and former South Gyeongsang Gov. Kim Kyoung-soo are not expected to be pardoned by President Yoon Suk-yeol on Liberation Day next Monday.

2022-08-10

Guessing game begins over Aug. 15 presidential pardons

Deliberations are underway on possible pardons for convicted politicians and tycoons on Liberation Day on Aug. 15, according to presidential office officials who spoke to the JoongAng Ilbo.

2022-07-21

The power of evidence

The clashing sound of two 110-centimeter-long swords was followed by the cheer of the fencer in the hall. But the cheers were brief as the referee ruled that the opponent earned a point. Unwilling to accept the decision...

2021-08-12