Yoon Meets Honorary Chairman of JFK Foundation in the U.S.... "Will Contribute to Peace in the Indo-Pacific Region"

Chairman Kennedy "Respect for Leadership in New Leap of Korea-Japan Relations"

President Yoon Suk-yeol met with Caroline Kennedy, Honorary Chair of the John F. Kennedy Foundation (JFK Foundation) and current U.S. Ambassador to Australia, on the 27th, stating, "Based on the dramatically improved Korea-Japan relations and trilateral cooperation among Korea, the U.S., and Japan since the government’s inauguration, we will continue to contribute to peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region."

The presidential office reported that President Yoon made these remarks during a meeting with Honorary Chair Kennedy, who visited Korea that afternoon. The meeting was arranged at the request of Honorary Chair Kennedy, who wished to personally present the "Profile in Courage Award" trophy (lantern) to President Yoon. Honorary Chair Kennedy is the eldest daughter of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy.

Previously, the JFK Foundation selected President Yoon and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida as recipients of the "Profile in Courage Award" last year. Chair Kennedy praised, "Both leaders faced political opposition within their countries but did what was right for their nations."

President Yoon expressed his gratitude, saying, "It is especially meaningful to receive an award symbolizing former President Kennedy’s 'New Frontier' spirit from his family."

President Yoon Suk-yeol is seen walking and talking after meeting with Caroline Kennedy, Honorary Chairperson of the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Foundation, who is visiting Korea, at the Yongsan Presidential Office Building in Seoul on the 27th.
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Chair Kennedy responded, "I salute President Yoon’s leadership in making decisive moves amid various difficulties in Korea-Japan relations and elevating them to a new level. It is an honor to personally present the trophy to President Yoon."

She continued, "Politicians worldwide often follow their immediate self-interests, and it is rare to find those who work for their people, country, and the world despite political disadvantages. The 'Profile in Courage Award' was established to recognize such individuals. President Yoon’s courage and determination in improving Korea-Japan relations amid many challenges and contributing to Korea’s national interests as well as regional and global peace and prosperity perfectly align with the award’s purpose," she evaluated.

Chair Kennedy also added, "My spouse, designer Edwin Schlossberg, who is here with me, created the award trophy. The bronze trophy, modeled after the lantern used on the U.S. naval ship USS Constitution, symbolizes a truthful and courageous person who walks their own path without yielding to external pressure."

President Yoon Suk-yeol received the "Courageous People Award" trophy (photo) from Caroline, Honorary Chairperson of the JFK Foundation, on the 27th. [Image source=Yonhap News Agency]

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