Pak Ui-chun

ModernPoliticianNorth Korea1932 — ?

North Korean foreign minister in early 2010s.

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Quick Facts

Born

1932

Country

North Korea

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)12

Political (20%)25

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score36.8

Pak Ui-chun — Complete Timeline

2010 AD

Appointed Foreign Minister of North KoreaPolitical Action◆ Major

Pak Ui-chun was appointed Foreign Minister of North Korea in 2010, replacing Pak Nam-gi. He served until 2016, managing North Korea's diplomatic relations during a period of nuclear tests and international sanctions.

Foreign MinisterDiplomacyNuclear Program

Impact: national

2011 AD

Led North Korean Delegation to ASEAN Regional ForumPolitical Action

Pak Ui-chun led the North Korean delegation to the ASEAN Regional Forum in Bali, Indonesia, in July 2011. He engaged in rare diplomatic talks with U.S. and South Korean officials, discussing denuclearization and regional security.

ASEANDiplomacyDenuclearization

Impact: regionalconstructive

2016 AD

Replaced as Foreign MinisterPolitical Action

Pak Ui-chun was replaced as Foreign Minister in 2016 by Ri Yong-ho, likely due to a routine reshuffle or policy differences. He subsequently faded from public view, with no further major political roles reported.

ReshuffleForeign MinisterRi Yong-ho

Impact: national