A former floor leader of the ruling Saenuri Party said Tuesday the political breakup will take some time as the ultimate goal of such a move is to strive for a "balanced conservatism" in the country and not independence itself.
South Korea's three opposition parties agreed to propose the impeachment motion for President Park Geun-hye on Friday, adding the vote will take place on Dec. 9 even if the presidential office announces a plan outlining the chief executive's early resignation.
Two influential members quit South Korea's ruling Saenuri Party Tuesday in a fresh blow to the party plagued by a corruption scandal involving President Park Geun-hye and a resurfacing factional strife.
Ban Ki Moon arrived in South Korea on Wednesday for a six-day visit that has fueled speculation the U.N. chief is lining up a tilt at the presidency of his home country.
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