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Joo Don-sik

Joo Don-sik (Korean: 주돈식, Hanja: 周敦植, born October 27, 1937) is a South Korean politician and military officer. He served as the 30th Minister of National Defense from 1993 to 1994 under President Kim Young-sam. Prior to his ministerial role, Joo had a distinguished career in the Republic of Korea Army, rising to the rank of General. His tenure as Defense Minister was marked by a period of military reform and adjustments in response to the changing geopolitical landscape following the end of the Cold War. After retiring from public service, he has been involved in various civic and advisory roles.