Response from Moon to Letter from Gangjeong Village Chairman: "Resolving Social Conflicts"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in responded on the 30th to a letter from Kang Hee-bong, chairman of Gangjeong Village, saying, "Thanks to the chairman and the residents, we were able to resolve a major social conflict."

President Moon revealed the letter sent by Chairman Kang through social networking services (SNS) on the same day and made this statement.

In the letter, Chairman Kang said that President Moon's attention became an opportunity to relieve the grievances of the village residents, stating, "Although Gangjeong Village has strongly opposed the government for a long time, we will do our best to make it a successful national project going forward."

He also suggested that after his retirement, President Moon visit Gangjeong Village, proposing, "Let's have a bowl of Makgeolli while watching the sunset at Gangjeong Port."

President Moon responded, "I am very pleased that the grievances held deep in the hearts of Gangjeong Village residents have been resolved and that the regional development project has gained momentum. Thanks to the chairman and the residents, we were able to resolve a major social conflict."

President Moon added, "I would also like to once again thank the residents for embracing the ‘International Fleet Review’ with a broad heart that considers the country. As the chairman said, I look forward to the day when we can have a bowl of Makgeolli while watching the sunset at Gangjeong Port."

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