[Photo] Kim Seon-gap, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, Expresses Gratitude for the Dedication and Sacrifice of 5·18 Democratic Merit Recipients

On the 18th, a meeting with merit recipients held to commemorate the 41st anniversary of the 5·18 Democratic Movement... Expressing gratitude for the dedication and sacrifice of 5·18 democracy merit recipients

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Seon-gap) held a meeting with merit recipients to commemorate the 41st anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement.

At the meeting, Mayor Kim Seon-gap and six May 18 merit recipients from the local area attended, taking time to express gratitude for their dedication and sacrifice for democratization.

They also shared information about the COVID-19 situation and vaccination schedule, and listened to the merit recipients' opinions on district administration.

Mayor Kim Seon-gap said, “Through this occasion, I want to convey respect and gratitude to the merit recipients who devoted themselves to democratization and contributed to making the Republic of Korea a better place to live. As we reflect once again on the value of democracy today, I will always strive to find ways to honor and support the merit recipients in the future.”

He continued, “Since last year, we have been experiencing a national crisis due to COVID-19. I ask for your participation in vaccination so that Gwangjin-gu can be a safe area from COVID-19, and please feel free to point out any shortcomings in the quarantine system.”

There are 20 residents in Gwangjin-gu who are May 18 democratic merit recipients or their families. The district supports them with benefits such as veterans’ honor allowances, holiday and Patriotic Veterans Month consolation money, and promotes an annual nameplate attachment event to improve their welfare and honor.

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