Will South Korea survive the biggest challenge to its democracy in decades? | TV Shows
Will South Korea survive the biggest challenge to its democracy in decades? | TV Shows
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This content discusses the recent declaration of martial law by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, which was later withdrawn after facing opposition from parliament. The president is now facing an impeachment motion and calls for his resignation. The content raises questions about the reasons behind the declaration of martial law and how South Korea will navigate this challenge to its democracy. Presenter Neave Barker is joined by guests Natalia Slavney, BJ Kim, and Darcie Draudt-Vejares to provide insights on the situation.
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South Korea’s reputation as a stable democracy faced a serious threat on Tuesday night when President Yoon Suk-yeol shocked the nation – and much of the world – by declaring martial law.
He was forced to withdraw his decree hours later, after it was overwhelmingly rejected by members of parliament.
President Yoon now faces an impeachment motion and is under pressure to step down – both from his own party and trade unions.
What prompted the South Korean leader to declare martial law?
And how will the Asian economic powerhouse deal with this extraordinary challenge to its democracy?
Presenter: Neave Barker
Guests:
Natalia Slavney – Research analyst, Korea Program
BJ Kim – Professor of international studies at Hankuk University
Darcie Draudt-Vejares – Fellow of Korean studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Will South Korea survive the biggest challenge to its democracy in decades? | TV Shows
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