13-08-2021, 07:39 PM
Special treatment for the rich?
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-58196575
Quote:He served 207 days in jail - just over half the sentence he received after being convicted of bribery and embezzlement in January.
The case involved the country's former President Park Guen-hye, who is also in jail for bribery and corruption.
Samsung Electronics was founded by Lee's grandfather and he has been the de facto head since 2014 .
Lee made a brief statement to reporters outside the prison.
"I've caused much concern for the people. I deeply apologise," Lee said. "I am listening to the concerns, criticisms, worries and high expectations for me. I will work hard."
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-58196575