About
Choi Kyu-hah was a South Korean politician who served as the fourth President of South Korea from 1979 to 1980. Prior to assuming the presidency, he held the position of Prime Minister under President Park Chung Hee from 1975 to 1979. Choi's presidency was a brief but critical period in South Korea's history, marked by political transition following Park's assassination.
Career Timeline
Begins Diplomatic Service
Starts in the foreign service, building his political career.
Appointed Prime Minister
Becomes Prime Minister under Park Chung-hee, gaining executive experience.
Becomes President of South Korea
Ascends to the presidency after Park's assassination in a turbulent period.
Removed in Military Coup
Ousted from power by Chun Doo-hwan's military coup, ending his brief presidency.
Choi Kyu-hah Dies
Dies, remembered for his brief and transitional presidency.
Remembered as Transitional Figure
Choi is remembered as a transitional figure in South Korean history, overshadowed by the events surrounding his presidency.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026