Why did Kim Dae Jung win the Nobel Prize?
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Why did Kim Dae Jung win the Nobel Prize?
South Korea’s President Kim Dae-jung was awarded the Peace Prize for his “sunshine policy” towards North Korea. By means of warmth and friendliness he sought to lay the foundations for a peaceful reunification of the two Korean states, which had been in a state of war since 1950.
What party was Kim Dae Jung?
Democratic PartyKim Dae-jung / PartyThe Democratic Party was a political party in South Korea. It was originally called the Millennium Democratic Party until May 6, 2005, and afterwards was called the Democratic Party until its dissolution on June 27, 2007. After its dissolution its members joined the Uri Party or the successor Democratic Party. Wikipedia
Where was Kim Dae Jung born?
Hauido, Sinan-gun, South KoreaKim Dae-jung / Place of birthHaui-do is an island off the South Korean coast in the Yellow Sea, part of Sinan County in Jeollanam-do province. Its name means ‘a lotus floating on water’ and although it is an island by name, it actually comprises 56 separate islands, only nine of which are inhabited. Wikipedia
When was Kim Dae Jung born?
January 6, 1924Kim Dae-jung / Date of birth
How many Swedes have won the Nobel Prize?
Since 1903, 38 Swedes have been awarded the Nobel Prize where it originates.
Which is the largest city after Seoul?
South Korea – 10 Largest Cities
| Name | Population | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seoul , Seoul | 10,349,312 |
| 2 | Busan , Busan | 3,678,555 |
| 3 | Incheon , Incheon | 2,628,000 |
| 4 | Daegu , Daegu | 2,566,540 |
How many presidents did Korea have?
Nine people have served twenty-four terms as Heads of State (with varying titles) of the Provisional Government between September 1919 and August 1948. The presidential term has been set at five years since 1988.
