“Human rights are a universal value that transcends national boundaries.”

— Kim Dae-jung

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About Kim Dae-jung

Politician • South Korean

Kim Dae-jung was a South Korean politician who served as the 8th President of South Korea from 1998 to 2003. He is best known for his "Sunshine Policy," a foreign policy approach aimed at improving relations with North...

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