President Moon: "Many Are Struggling, But This Is a Holiday to Encourage"

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyungsoo] President Moon Jae-in, who is visiting New York, USA to attend the United Nations General Assembly, conveyed Chuseok greetings.

On the 20th (local time), President Moon said in a video message, "We have achieved the promised 70% first-dose vaccination rate before Chuseok, which has eased some of our worries."

He continued, "By next month, the full vaccination rate will also lead the world, and we will gradually regain our daily lives," adding, "I hope you endure just a little longer despite the difficulties. I thank the medical staff and quarantine teams who have worked hard, and the people who have overcome with patience."

President Moon and his wife Kim Jung-sook recorded this video while boarding their private plane at Seoul Airport before departing for the United States on the 19th.

President Moon said, "Once again, I am attending the UN General Assembly during the Chuseok holiday," and "I send Chuseok greetings to the people on the plane heading to New York."

He added, "The full moon of Hangawi grants wishes. My wife and I will pray for the health and safety of each and every citizen," and "Many are having a hard time to the extent that it is difficult to say 'have a good holiday,' but even in hardship, love between family and neighbors does not diminish." He also urged, "I hope this holiday will be a time to encourage and be encouraged by each other."

Mrs. Kim said, "I believe that the love for family and neighbors has accelerated the speed of vaccination," and "Although the situation is difficult, I hope we share more with our neighbors."

She continued, "Family is always a strong support. Even in difficult days, the round moon rises unchanged over the hills, and the love for family remains the same," adding, "Even if it is not like previous years, I hope you spend happy times looking forward to a bright tomorrow."

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