Han Duck-soo & South Korea

Han Duck-soo: Han Duck-soo's prison sentence was reduced from 23 years to 15 years by an appeals court for his role in the martial law declaration. He was found guilty of engaging in insurrection, fabricating a presidential document, and perjury.

South Korea: South Korea experienced a brief period of martial law declared by Yoon Suk Yeol, which was quickly overturned by its lawmakers. The event highlights political instability but had no lasting market impact.

Han Duck-soo: Han Duck-soo, the former acting president, was impeached by the National Assembly for his reluctance to fill Constitutional Court vacancies.

South Korea: South Korea is experiencing a severe political crisis with its president impeached and defying arrest, leading to instability and legal challenges.

Han Duck-soo: Han Duck-soo, who became acting president after Yoon Suk Yeol's powers were suspended, was also impeached by the South Korea — National Assembly (South Korea) over his reluctance to fill Constitutional Court vacancies.

South Korea: South Korea is experiencing significant political turmoil due to the impeachment and attempted detention of its President, Yoon Suk Yeol, which has rattled financial markets and halted high-level diplomacy.

Han Duck-soo: Han Duck-soo, former Prime Minister, received a 23-year prison sentence for attempting to legitimize the martial law decree.