A letter sent by former President Lee Myung-bak to a student [Online community capture]

A letter sent by former President Lee Myung-bak to a student [Online community capture]

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heung-soon] It has been reported that former President Lee Myung-bak, who is currently incarcerated at Anyang Prison, sent a reply letter to a student who had written to him.


On the 12th, a post appeared on an online community claiming to have received a reply from former President Lee, who is serving time at Anyang Prison. The poster uploaded photos of the former president's handwritten letter and a presidential candidate poster signed by him.


The letter, dated the 10th and bearing former President Lee's name, read, "To student OO. I was pleasantly surprised to receive your letter. Moreover, I was shocked to receive an old photo I had. Thank you for your encouraging words."


In the letter, former President Lee wrote, "I have many shortcomings, but I believe I have lived my life diligently and honestly. I hope that someday we can meet with bright smiles."



After the post was made public, the authenticity of the letter became a topic of discussion. Regarding this, the former president's side stated in a media interview, "Recently, a student sent a letter, and he mentioned that you personally replied."


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