Sunday Times 2
Foundation Day Celebration of Republic of Korea
View(s):The Korean Embassy led by Korean Ambassador, Santhush Woonjin Jeong hosted the National Foundation Day Celebrations of the Republic of Korea, at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo on October 5. It is a monumental year to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the Korean nation, against the backdrop of the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Sri Lanka celebrated this year, The National Foundation Day reception was celebrated with the participation of many Korean nationals, Sri Lankans and friends of Korea.
Among the dignitaries, Chief Guest, Minister of Education, Dr Susil Premajantha, Speaker of the Parliament, Cabinet Ministers, State Ministers, Members of Parliament, Chief of Defence Staff, Attorney General, IGP, Governors, Secretaries, Ambassadors and diplomats further contributed to strengthening the bilateral cooperation of Korea and Sri Lanka. Members of the business community with ties to Korea, Sports and cultural dignitaries, Korean ODA directors and media organisations were also present at the event to felicitate this occasion. Korean residents including Mr. Um Kyung-Ho PUAC President also took part in the celebrations.
The Korean National Foundation day ‘Gaecheonjeol,’ marks the origin of the first Korean Nation by the legendary founding father Dangun in 2333 BCE on October 3 of every year. It is a special occasion for Korean nationals living worldwide. Due to the Covid-19 global pandemic, the National Foundation Day Reception was not held in the last two years. The grand celebration held this year on the 45 th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations has served as an opportunity for the two Asian friends to develop the bilateral cooperation to new heights.
