About Yoo Jin-ryong
Born 1956. Yoo Jin-ryong is a South Korean civil servant.
Yoo Jin-ryong is a South Korean politician who formerly served as the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
Life and career
Yoo Jin-ryong was born on September 2, 1956, in Incheon. In 1979, he graduated from Seoul National University with a bachelor's degree in Commerce and Trade, followed by a master's degree in Public Administration from Hanyang University a few years later.
On February 13, 2013, Yoo Jin Ryong was appointed as South Korea's Minister of Culture. Yoo resigned from the post in July 2014 after he clashed with President Park over staffing issues.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Yoo Jin-ryong?
South Korean politician
When was Yoo Jin-ryong born?
Yoo Jin-ryong was born on 2 September 1956 in Incheon.
What is Yoo Jin-ryong's occupation?
Yoo Jin-ryong is a civil servant.
What nationality is Yoo Jin-ryong?
Yoo Jin-ryong is South Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Yoo Jin-ryong. https://biography.guide/yoo-jin-ryong/
MLA: "Yoo Jin-ryong." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/yoo-jin-ryong/.
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