Kim Chong-kon

Kim Chong-kon is a former South Korean admiral, diplomat and politician, serving as the Chief of Naval Operations, the Ambassadors to the Republic of China (ROC) in Taiwan, and a member of National Assembly before retirement. Started his military career in 1951, Kim participated several maritime operations during the Korean War and the Cold War, assigned to positions like warship commander, flotilla commander, naval station commander, fleet commander and senior staff in the Navy Headquarters. Kim also gained himself several medals from South Korea and Taiwan for his efforts on military and foreign affairs.