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Key Facts: Unity Urged on Anniversary of 1960 Uprising
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: en.yna.co.kr
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: en.yna.co.kr
- Acting President Han Duck-soo called for national unity to tackle economic and social crises during the anniversary of the 1960 pro-democracy uprising.
- At the April 19th National Cemetery, Han highlighted the uprising's significance for democracy and the need for a more prosperous and harmonious future for new generations.
- He acknowledged ongoing challenges like geopolitical risks and social divisions, asserting that unity is essential for overcoming these issues.
- Han announced the government's commitment to actively address problems across various sectors while harnessing people's potential for national development.
I believe the most important key to overcoming crises is unity that combines the people's potential into one.— Han Duck-soo, during the anniversary event marking the 1960 pro-democracy uprising.
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