South Korean Prime Minister Han Seung-sook pledged on August 29 to continue building the era of K-Culture, inspired by the legacy of Kim Gu.
According to Yonhap News Agency, during a ceremony at the Kim Gu Memorial Hall in Yongsan, Seoul, commemorating the 150th anniversary of Kim Gu's birth, Han stated, "I will do my utmost to create a South Korea that contributes to world peace and happiness through the power of high culture, as envisioned by Kim Gu."
She added, "Reading the phrase, 'What I desire endlessly is high culture,' I was moved by how such thoughts could arise at that time. That dream is now becoming a reality in today’s South Korea."
Han emphasized that the cultural power Kim Gu longed for has now become a force that connects the hearts of people around the world, marking the era of K-Culture that we are so proud of.
Additionally, she highlighted the significance of UNESCO officially designating the 150th anniversary of Kim Gu's birth as a 'UNESCO Commemoration,' calling it a truly meaningful and proud event for all citizens.
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