President Roh Tae-woo took office in February, launching the Sixth Republic, and the April elections produced a National Assembly controlled by the opposition. The successful Seoul Olympics in September and October raised the country's international profile, and in November televised National Assembly hearings examined Fifth Republic corruption and the Gwangju Uprising.
The year in Korea
FebRoh Tae-woo was inaugurated as president, launching the Sixth Republic. [Source]
AprIn the 13th National Assembly elections, the ruling party failed to win a majority, leaving the opposition in control. [Source]
JulPresident Roh issued the July 7 Special Declaration calling for expanded inter-Korean exchanges. [Source]
SepThe 24th Summer Olympics were held in Seoul from September 17 to October 2. [Source]
OctEscaped inmates led by Ji Kang-heon, who had fled during a prison transfer, staged a hostage standoff in Seoul. [Source]
NovNational Assembly hearings into Fifth Republic corruption and the Gwangju Uprising were broadcast live on TV. [Source]
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AugThe eight-year Iran–Iraq War ended in a ceasefire. [Source]
Songs, shows & trends
Music
Koreana – “Hand in Hand” — The official song of the Seoul Olympics became a worldwide hit. [Source]
Infinite Track – “To You” — Led by Shin Hae-chul, the student band won the MBC College Song Festival grand prize with this song. [Source]
TV
KBS animated series “Run, Hani” — The story of Hani, a girl who grows into a track star, was hugely popular. [Source]
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