President Moon sends congratulatory message to athlete Cha Min-gyu... "Elevating the status of a speed skating powerhouse"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in sent a congratulatory message on the 12th to Cha Min-kyu, who won the silver medal in the men's 500m speed skating event at the Beijing Winter Olympics.

In the congratulatory message posted on social networking service (SNS), President Moon praised, "You have once again succeeded in a difficult event," and added, "The nation must have given generous applause for the great achievement of winning the silver medal for the second consecutive time following Pyeongchang."

President Moon said, "The sight of you swiftly rounding the corner and racing forward without hesitation was impressive," and continued, "I am proud of Cha, who created pride for everyone through relentless effort. Thank you for elevating the status of our speed skating powerhouse."

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