S. Korean foreign minister resigns over policy controversy

S. Korean foreign minister resigns over policy controversy

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Yoon Young Kwan (file photo) resigned Jan. 15 in connection with a controversy ignited by some of his ministry officials having criticized President Roh Moo Hyun's policies toward the United States.

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