When was Lee Myung-bak born?

Lee Myung-bak was born on 19 December 1941 in Kami.

What positions has Lee Myung-bak held?

Positions held by Lee Myung-bak include: President of South Korea (2008–2013); Mayor of Seoul (2002–2006); Member of the National Assembly of South Korea (1996–1998); Member of the National Assembly of South Korea.

Where did Lee Myung-bak study?

Lee Myung-bak was educated at Korea University, George Washington University.

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Lee Myung-bak

President of South Korea from 2008 to 2013

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Lee Myung-bak is a South Korean politician and business executive who served as the 17th president of South Korea from 2008 to 2013. A member of the then Saenuri Party, he was the mayor of Seoul from 2002 to 2006. Before entering politics, he was the chief executive officer of Hyundai Engineering and Construction.

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Born: 19 December 1941 wd
Place of birth: Kami wd
Citizenship: South Korea wd
Occupation: politician, businessperson wd
Political party: Liberty Korea Party wd
Education: Korea University, George Washington University wd
Spouse: Kim Yoon-ok wd
Social media: Facebook wd

Positions held wd

President of South Korea (25 February 2008 – 24 February 2013)
Mayor of Seoul (1 July 2002 – 30 June 2006)
Member of the National Assembly of South Korea (30 May 1996 – 21 February 1998)
Member of the National Assembly of South Korea

Awards wd

Royal Order of the Seraphim
Grand Order of Mugunghwa
Order of the Golden Eagle (2009)
Knight Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Knight of the Order of the Elephant (2011)
Order of Zayed (2011)
Order of the Sun of Peru
Star of the Republic of Indonesia
Decoration of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria
Order of the White Rose of Finland

Questions

When was Lee Myung-bak born?: Lee Myung-bak was born on 19 December 1941 in Kami.
What positions has Lee Myung-bak held?: Positions held by Lee Myung-bak include: President of South Korea (2008–2013); Mayor of Seoul (2002–2006); Member of the National Assembly of South Korea (1996–1998); Member of the National Assembly of South Korea.
Where did Lee Myung-bak study?: Lee Myung-bak was educated at Korea University, George Washington University.

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Last updated 9 November 2026 · facts checked 13 November 2026

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