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South Korea's Lee Yoon-ah confirms she will not run for president
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On March 19, former President Moon Jae-in announced that his wife and vice presidential candidate Li Yuon-a would withdraw from the upcoming bid to become a Presidential Candidate of Kim Dae-jung's party (Yuna.co.kr). The decision comes after Lee Yoon-ah stated she has no intention or desire for political office in 2036, citing her wish not to be involved with politics again at that time. Her withdrawal marks the end of Moon Jae-in and Li Yuon-a as a presidential candidate pair (Yona.co.kr).
Key Points
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1South Korean President Lee Myung-bak has confirmed his intention to resign from office.
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2The resignation follows the revelation that he attempted to bribe BIS officials, a former intelligence official who was later arrested on corruption charges involving him and others in an organized crime ring known as 'BIS'.
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3President Lee's decision comes after facing intense political pressure regarding his involvement with criminal elements.
Developments
[Mar 22, 08:06]
Lee Myung-bak confirms he will resign; BIS official arrested for corruption involving Lee and others in a crime ring (News.sbs.co.kr)
[Mar 22, 07:38]
BIS former intelligence officer arrested on charges of attempting to bribe President Lee Myung-bak [Rss.etoday.co.kr]