President Yoon's Office Housewarming... "I Will Work Harder for the People"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Baek Kyunghwan] On the afternoon of the 19th, President Yoon Seok-yeol attended the 'Presidential Office Relocation Commemorative Resident Invitation Event' held on the lawn in front of the Yongsan Presidential Office. At this event, President Yoon expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you for allowing me and the staff of the Presidential Office to move into Yongsan," and added, "I will work even harder for the people of the Republic of Korea."

This event was organized to communicate with nearby residents and office workers who inevitably experienced changes in their daily lives due to the Presidential Office's relocation to Yongsan, as well as small business owners who have suffered difficulties from COVID-19. It was also a commemorative occasion marking the departure of the Presidential Office, and according to the Presidential Office, it represents the first step in realizing the campaign pledge of an 'Open Presidential Office.'

President Yoon viewed the 'Children's Dream of Korea' painting exhibition and then toured the 'Food Market and Flea Market Booths' participated in by small business owners from the Yongsan area, before delivering a welcome greeting to the invited residents. In particular, the event featured a food market with 10 vendors and a flea market with 20 vendors selling various vintage items, jewelry, handmade soaps, and more, providing comfort to small business owners who have struggled due to COVID-19 and promoting small-scale businesses in the Yongsan area.

In his welcome speech, President Yoon stated, "With the Presidential Office moving in, we will strive to help Yongsan rise as an even more splendid center of Seoul." He also mentioned the Afghan children attending the event, saying, "They truly lost their country and came here, but our people consider them as their own, and we must ensure our children grow up healthy and resilient." He added, "When we, as global citizens, unite with a sense of solidarity and cooperate, both the Republic of Korea and the world can become happier and more prosperous."

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