Jeong Si-chae (Korean: 정시채) was born on April 5, 1936. Though the specifics of his early life are not widely documented, his career in politics would make him a prominent figure in South Korea.
National Assembly
Jeong was an active member of the political scene in South Korea. He was a member of the Democratic Justice Party, and later became part of the Democratic Liberal Party. He had two significant periods of service in the National Assembly. His first term ran from 1981 to 1988, and he served again from 1992 to 1996. During his time in the assembly, Jeong was involved in various legislative activities, though the specific bills and initiatives he championed are not outlined in the available information.
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries
In addition to his legislative duties, Jeong also held an executive role. From 1996 to 1997, he served as the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. During his time as Minister, he would have overseen policies related to farming, forest management, and the fishing industry, though the details of his accomplishments in this role are not readily available.
Later Years and Death
Jeong Si-chae passed away on September 6, 2023, at the age of 87. The cause of death and other details regarding his later years have not been publicly disclosed.
Legacy
Though he has passed away, Jeong’s contributions to South Korean politics during his time in the National Assembly and as Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries leave a lasting legacy. He remains a significant figure in the history of governance and policy-making in South Korea.
References
- National Assembly Service (1981-1988, 1992-1996)
- Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (1996-1997)
See Also
- Democratic Justice Party
- Democratic Liberal Party
- National Assembly
- South Korean Politics
