I understand that the end does not justify the means. And this should be a lasting value for democracy.

More Quotes by Park Geun-hye

Different times need different types of leadership.

I have no child to inherit my properties. You, the people, are my only family, and to make you happy is the reason I do politics.

My father's biggest achievement was to motivate the South Korean people, to show them we could become prosperous if we worked hard. He taught me to love my country, and serve my country.

I will open an era of grand national unity.

I will end the history of division and conflict through reconciliation and fairness.

I know more than anyone the divergent views about my father. I want to be judged on my own merits.