Park Geun-hye
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While Park Geun-hye did not accumulate traditional awards, she achieved several historic firsts. She was the first woman to be elected president in South Korea and East Asia, a milestone that broke gender barriers in the region's politics. Her rise to the top of a conservative, male-dominated political landscape was a significant accomplishment.During her presidency, she was recognized by Forbes as one of the world's most powerful women, ranking 11th in 2013 and 2014. This recognition highlighted her influence on the global stage, even as her domestic standing later collapsed.
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Records & Feats
First Female President of South Korea
Park Geun-hye became the first woman to be elected head of state in South Korea and East Asia.
First South Korean President Removed from Office
She was the first president in South Korean history to be impeached and removed from office by the Constitutional Court.