World News Park wins S. Korea's presidential election

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Park Geun-hye, daughter of a divisive military strongman from South Korea's authoritarian era, was elected the country's first female president Dec. 19, a landmark win that could mean a new drive to start talks with rival North Korea.

After five years of high tension under unpopular incumbent Lee Myung-bak, Park has vowed to pursue engagement and send greater aid to North Korea, despite a widely condemned long-range rocket launch by the North last week.

Huge crowds lined up throughout the day, braving frigid weather to choose between Park and liberal candidate Moon Jae-in, the son of North Korean refugees. Turnout was the highest in 15 years.

Park becomes the most powerful figure in a country where women are often paid less than men, are often trapped in low-paying jobs, despite first-class educations, and often struggle to raise families and pursue careers. Analysts said her victory shows women can thrive in South Korea's tough political world. (AP)

韓国大統領選、朴氏が当選

12月19日の韓国大統領選挙で、朴正煕元大統領の長女である朴槿恵氏が当選を果たし、韓国初の女性大統領となった。

Shukan ST: DECEMBER 28, 2012

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