South Korea in 1992: a turning point in democratization

Article Abstract:

The year 1992 can be considered the beginning of full democratization of South Korea. The Mar 1992 National Assembly general election ended 31 years of authoritarian rule dominated by the military. Kim Young Sam was elected president in peaceful elections. Kim Young Sam's Democratic Liberal Party, however, has 116 out of 237 seats in the National Assembly, not enough for a simple majority. South Korea's growth rate of 4.8% for 1992 was considered satisfactory but way below 1991's 8.4%. South Korea's relations with North Korea, China, Russia and Japan were discussed.

Political reform, Korea, South

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The role of NGOS in political elections in South Korea: the case of the citizens' alliance for the 2000 general election

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The role of civic organizations in political processes in South Korea is examined. Further, the effects of Citizens' Alliance for the 2000 general Election (CAGE) on blacklisting of politicians are analyzed.

Civic and social associations, Civic and Social Organizations, Civic & Social Organizations NEC, Civic Associations, Civic, Social & Fraternal Orgztns, Evaluation, Elections, Civic organizations

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Democratization and changing anti-American sentiments in South Korea

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Rising anti-American sentiment in Korea is examined in the light of it being a consequence of the country's move towards democratization.

International politics, Democratization, Anti-Americanism

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