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Local (Damwha Column) "Meditation in the mountain"
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young The lunar new year has dawned, but the world is still in upheaval. Looking at the recent signs of economic, political, and natural disasters, we can intuit that 2025 is not going to be an ordinary year. This year, Damhwa would like to predict the flow of global changes at Mount Inwang on the occasion of the Ipchun (the onset of spring) and consider the direction we should take together. First, the U.S. will be the only relatively robust growth engine in the world economy with the election of President Trump. Technological innovation, energy independence, and
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- 2025-02-03 11:30
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Local Jongno-gu Saemaul Association holds its 2025 general assembly successfully
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Jongno-gu Saemaul Association (Chairman Park Nae-chun) successfully held its 2025 General Assembly on the afternoon of Jan. 23 at the 4th floor of the Ewha-dong Community Center. The general meeting was attended by about 70 delegates, including Chairman Park Nae-chun, Jongno-gu Mayor Chung Moon-heon, Jongno-gu Council Chairman Ra Do-gyun, and Jongno-gu Council members, as well as about 100 local residents and officials of the Saemaul movement. The general assembly received reports on the main business performance and revenue and expenditure settlement for 202
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-01-24 11:37
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Local (Damwha Column) “Recall the value of society together!”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young In the ancient Chinese history book "Jwajeon 左傳," there is an old saying, “Sunmangchihan脣亡齒寒”. It translates to “Your teeth will freeze if you do not have lips,” and the lesson is that when one part of a tightly knit community breaks down, the others are jeopardized. It's not just a parable, but a reminder of the importance of community and the value of coexistence, which resonates deeply in modern society. Modern society is changing rapidly in the logic of technological advancement and competition. Individualism and independence are emphasized, and the phras
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-01-22 10:51
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Local (Damwha Column) Why the occupation of history is scarier than that of territory
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young History is the root of an individual's roots and the core of a nation's and people's identity. So when history is lost or distorted, it's not just about losing the past, it's about losing the present and the future. While the occupation of territory cannot transcend physical boundaries, the occupation of history shakes a people's memory, culture, and spirit to the core. It results in mental colonization and leaves lasting damage that transcends generations. When history is occupied, it destroys a nation's sense of identity and pride. For example, during Japan
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-01-20 11:33
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Local (Damwha Column 曇華風月) “Acting president, temporary, but with the same responsibilities as the president”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young As stated in Article 71 of the Constitution and Article 16 of the Government Organization Act, the prime minister assumes the presidency in situations where the president is removed from office or unable to perform his or her duties. This is an essential system to ensure the continuity of state operations. The acting president temporarily assumes the powers and duties of the president, but is not technically the president. The word “acting” makes this clear. However, beyond the temporary nature of the position, the acting president is the de facto president,
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-27 11:09
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Local 2024 Jongno-gu Saemaul Leadership Convention concluded successfully
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The 2024 Jongno-gu Saemaul Leadership Convention was held at 2:00 p.m. on Dec. 23 at the Civil Defense Training Center at the Wellis Center in Jongno-gu, with more than 300 participants. The convention was a meaningful occasion to recall the core values of the Saemaul movement and share a new vision for community development. Major events and awards The event was organized in a colorful sequence, including the entry of Saemaul and the opening declaration, introduction of guests, award presentation, congratulatory remarks, and congratulatory speeches. In particula
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-24 11:23
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Local “Emergency martial law is a judgment to protect the country”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young In his fourth public address on Dec. 12, President Yoon Suk-yeol asserted that the “December 3 emergency martial law” was not a civil war, but a highly political judgment to protect the constitutional order of a liberal democracy. “Whether it's an investigation or impeachment, I will face it with dignity,” said President Yoon, making it clear that he has no intention of resigning or leaving office early. Yoon denounced the opposition parties' abuse of power as unconstitutional, while claiming his use of executive power was within the constitutional framework.
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-12 12:05
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Local (Damwha Column) What's the truth behind the controversial declaration of martial law by President Yoon Suk-yeol?
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of martial law was a political decision made in the midst of a bitter confrontation with the largest opposition Democratic Party of Korea, and the legitimacy and controversy surrounding it have garnered much attention in South Korean politics and among the public. It is difficult to view this as a simple political party dispute. Martial law can only be declared in the event of a national crisis under the Constitution, and the debate over why the president declared martial law and its legitimacy has pitted the Democratic P
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-09 15:31
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Local (Damwha column 曇華風月) “Impeachment overuse and absolute power-wielding National Assembly, who should the people believe?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Public fatigue is reaching a fever pitch as the political sphere is once again plunged into an “impeachment regime”. The major opposition party has been criticized for abusing impeachment as a political tool, and some say it is a bulletproof armor for the party leader. The appropriateness of the impeachment attempt, which paralyzes the work of the auditor general and prosecutors, is debated. The public is concerned that “politics has turned into a power struggle between political parties rather than serving the people.” It is argued that impeachment, which ha
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-06 11:31
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Local (Damwha Column 曇華風月) “Martial law for whom?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of emergency martial law was a political self-inflicted measure. Despite the extreme measure of martial law, the National Assembly responded immediately to defend democracy. But this is not just a simple happening. It is time to soberly analyze the intentions of Yoon's government that shook the constitutional order and democracy. Martial law, an impractical gamble, and a shaky legitimacy President Yoon declared emergency martial law in the name of “protecting constitutional order,” but it
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-12-04 11:13
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Local [Damwha Column] A leader's conscience is the power of not deceiving oneself
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young A world leader is like a high pillar that supports the lives of countless people. If this pillar decays or collapses, those who lean on it will be lost and confused. The most important virtue for a leader to possess is Bulgijasim 不欺自心 (Don't deceive yourself), or a mind that does not deceive oneself. In the world of politics and power, this teaching is more desperate. Bulgijasim 不欺自心 (Don't deceive yourself) Politicians are supposed to lead the world by gathering the will and hearts of the people. But if they deceive their own conscience and are blinded by se
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- 2024-11-25 15:25
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Local Daegu Correctional Service commissioner Kim wins Hongjogeunjeong Medal
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Kim Dong-hyun, Commissioner of Daegu Regional Correctional Service, was awarded the Hongjogeunjeong Medal of Honor at the 79th Anniversary of Corrections Day ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Justice. The ceremony was held at 2 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the Gwacheon Civic Center Grand Theater in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do, in the presence of Minister of Justice Park Sung-jae, Shin Yong-hae, Commissioner General of Korea Correctional Service, Chairman Jang Jong-sun of the Correctional Mutual Aid Association, and more than 600 correctional officials. Kim has spent 26 year
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-11-24 12:50
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Local Master Chungong's insights on the war in Ukraine and the deployment of NK troops in Russia
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Nothing we experience in the world happens without meaning, and the current situation in North Korea is no exception. North Korea may seem sad and pitiful when viewed fragmentarily, but when viewed in the context of human history, the future, and the entire Korean Peninsula, it takes on a different meaning. Right now, North Korea is pushed to the brink in order to survive. North Korea is in a position where she has to make any choice to survive, and this desperation has forced the country to cooperate with Russia. This is because Russia is the only country th
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-11-21 14:41
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Local Olympic Judo legend Ha Hyung-joo named 14th KSPO chairman
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Ha Hyung-joo (62), a 1984 Los Angeles Olympic gold medalist and Korean judo legend, has been appointed as the 14th chairman of the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation (KSPO). Culture, Sports and Tourism Minister Yoo In-chon handed over the letter of appointment to Ha at a conference room at the Seoul Pavilion of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on Nov. 18. Ha is the first former Olympian to hold the position and will serve a three-year term from Nov. 18, 2024, to Nov. 17, 2027. Appointed by the President at the recommendat
- 이존영 기자
- 2024-11-19 17:13
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Local (Breaking News) Democratic Party leader Lee sentenced to 1 year in prison, 2 years of probation
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Democratic Party of Korea leader Lee Jae-myung has been sentenced to one year in prison and two years of probation and disqualified from holding office in the first trial for violating the Public Offices Election Act. The Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 34 (Deputy Chief Judge Han Sung-jin) sentenced Lee to one year in prison and two years of probation on Dec. 15. If the ruling is confirmed by the Supreme Court, Lee will lose his seat in the National Assembly and will be barred from voting for five years, making it impossible for him to run for
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- 2024-11-15 16:06
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Kazakh culture presented in Gwangju and Seoul, South Korea
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Spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea experience Korean culture
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FOMEK Chairman Choi meets with Georgian Amb. to Korea Tarash Papaskua
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Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
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Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
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National Art Museum of Belarus hosts K-Minwha Invitational Exhibition
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Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
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Justice Minister Chung Sung-ho meets with UNHCR high commissioner
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Spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea experience Korean culture
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MSS invites SMEs to join the "2025 K-Beauty Creator Challenge"
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Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
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