Yeosu Maritime Police Run 8.15 km to Reaffirm Commitment to Maritime Sovereignty

Commemorative Event Marks the 80th Anniversary of Liberation Day
Yeosu Maritime Police Run 8.15 km to Honor Independence and Maritime Sovereignty
Staff Participation Highlights Spirit of Unity
Donations Planned for Local Community in Celebration of Maritime Police Day and Chuseok

The Yeosu Maritime Police Station in South Jeolla Province (Chief: Kim Kiyong) announced on the 14th that it had successfully held a commemorative event on the 13th to mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, featuring an 8.15 km run along the section from Yeosu Sinbuk Port to Odongdo.

Held under the slogan "The Day We Regained the Light, Steps United as One," the event was organized to honor the spirit of independence of the nation's forebears and to publicly demonstrate the maritime police's commitment to safeguarding maritime sovereignty and their dedication to patriotism.

Yeosu Maritime Police Agency held a commemorative event on the afternoon of the 13th to mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, running 8.15 km along the Odongdo section at Yeosu Sinbuk Port. Photo by Yeosu Maritime Police Agency

Approximately 80 employees of the Yeosu Maritime Police participated in the event, which began at 7:00 p.m. at the Yeosu Sinbuk Port Maritime Police pier. The participants ran a round-trip course of 8.15 km along the coastal road toward Odongdo, each wearing a Taegeukgi on their chest and shouting "Long live Korean independence!" as they completed the course, adding to the symbolic significance and emotional impact of the event.

Chief Kim Kiyong stated after the event, "As we approach the 80th anniversary of Liberation, it was a meaningful time to reflect on the spirit of independence of our forebears and to reaffirm the mission of the maritime police to protect maritime sovereignty," adding, "We will continue to fulfill our duties on the front lines as maritime police who work together with the people, always with a strong sense of mission."

This event was planned to break away from the conventional format centered on ceremonies, instead encouraging voluntary participation from staff. After the run, a space for communication among participants was also provided, which is being credited as a catalyst for fostering a more horizontal organizational culture.

Meanwhile, to further embody the significance of completing the 8.15 km run, the Yeosu Maritime Police plans to make donations to underprivileged neighbors in the Yeosu area in celebration of Maritime Police Day and Chuseok, aiming to share warmth with the local community.

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