South Korean Prime Minister Chung Hong-won is shielded by bodyguards from angry relatives of Sewol ferry passengers in April. Photo: AP
South Korean Prime Minister Chung Hong-won is shielded by bodyguards from angry relatives of Sewol ferry passengers in April. Photo: AP

update | South Korean PM keeps job after double nominee debacle

Chung Hong-won retains position – despite resignation over Sewol ferry disaster – after two candidates to replace him were forced to stand down

South Korean Prime Minister Chung Hong-won is shielded by bodyguards from angry relatives of Sewol ferry passengers in April. Photo: AP
South Korean Prime Minister Chung Hong-won is shielded by bodyguards from angry relatives of Sewol ferry passengers in April. Photo: AP
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