Kim Youngrok, Governor of Jeonnam, Discusses Friendly Exchange with Mizushima, Japanese Ambassador to Korea

Emphasizing Historical Ties Such as Dr. Wangin
Introducing Major International Events in Jeonnam... Request for Continued Interest

Jeollanam-do Governor Kim Youngrok is taking a commemorative photo with Koichi Mizushima, the Japanese Ambassador to Korea, who visited the provincial office on the 20th in the reception room of the provincial office. Photo by Jeonnam Province

Kim Youngrok, Governor of Jeonnam Province, met with Mizushima Koichi, Japanese Ambassador to Korea, at the provincial government office on the 20th to discuss ways to strengthen multifaceted friendly exchanges and cooperation.

This visit by Ambassador Mizushima was arranged to further deepen the friendly exchange and cooperation between Jeonnam Province and Japan, which recently established a new partnership. The connection was made through figures such as Dr. Wangin from Yeongam, who contributed to the flourishing of Asuka culture in Japan, and Yoon Hakja from Kochi Prefecture, Japan, who cared for Korean war orphans.

Governor Kim Youngrok emphasized, "From Dr. Wangin to Yoon Hakja, and the Kim Daejung-Obuchi Joint Declaration that opened a new chapter in Korea-Japan relations, Jeonnam and Japan have maintained strong ties from ancient times to the present." He added, "With this year marking the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Korea and Japan, I hope you will play an active role in promoting even more vibrant exchanges."

Governor Kim also introduced in detail the major international events to be held in Jeonnam this year, including the 2025 Jeonnam International Sumuk Biennale (August to October), Namdo International Gastronomy Industry Expo (October), International Agriculture Expo (October), and the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo (September to October 2026), requesting continued interest and support.

Ambassador Mizushima responded, "I recognize the importance of exchanges between Jeonnam Province and Japanese local governments," and added, "I will actively cooperate to further expand and strengthen ongoing cooperation and exchanges."

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