South Korea does not have a king. Instead, it is a republic with a president as its head of state. According to the reference, the current President of South Korea is Moon Jae-in as of March 5, 2015.
It's important to understand the difference between a monarchy and a republic.
- Monarchy: Ruled by a monarch (king or queen) who inherits their position.
- Republic: Ruled by elected officials, with a president as the head of state.
South Korea transitioned to a republic after the end of its monarchy.
| Government Type | Head of State |
|---|---|
| Monarchy | King or Queen |
| Republic | President |
Therefore, the answer to the question is that there is no king of South Korea. The country is governed by a president.
