SOUTH KOREA’S presidential seal features two phoenixes, each symbolising leadership, righteousness and wisdom. After the country’s constitutional court ruled on April 4th to officially oust Yoon Suk Yeol for his short-lived attempt to impose martial law in early December, the phoenix flag came down from above the president’s office. The court’s righteous decision ensures that Mr Yoon will not lead again—he has been barred from higher office and faces criminal charges of insurrection. South Korean voters will have a chance to demonstrate their wisdom in new presidential elections, which are schedule to take place on June 3rd.
