About Kim Pong-chol
Lived 1942 – 2012 (aged 69). Kim Pong-chol was a North Korean politician.
Kim Pong-chol (, 2 May 1942 – 14 February 2012) was a North Korean politician. His last known job was Minister of Commerce.
Career In August 1994, he was named vice-minister of commerce, and was promoted to minister of commerce in September 1998.
Death Kim was reported to have died in a helicopter crash on Sundo Island, Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province. He was on his way to deliver gifts to local residents in honour of the late Kim Jong Il's birthday. However, during landing, the tail of the helicopter struck a rock, leading to the crash. A television crew was able to escape from the wreckage, but Kim did not and was caught in the ensuing explosion.
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Who was Kim Pong-chol?
North Korean politician (1941-2012)
When was Kim Pong-chol born?
Kim Pong-chol was born on 2 May 1942.
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Kim Pong-chol died on 14 February 2012.
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Kim Pong-chol was a politician.
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Kim Pong-chol was North Korean.
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