Current Context : Lee Jae-myung , former Gyeonggi Province governor and Democratic Party leader has been elected President of South Korea with 49.42% votes..

Predecessor: Yoon Suk Yeol (impeached late 2024 for martial law decree).
Term: 5 years, single term limit.

Republic of Korea (South Korea)

• Capital:
• Population: Approximately 52 million (2025 estimate).
• Government Type: Unitary presidential republic; president serves as both head of state and government.
• Economy: 4th largest in Asia; key sectors include electronics (Samsung, LG), automotive (Hyundai, Kia), shipbuilding, and IT services.