| “A Bridge Connecting Korea and Germany”: The First Korean War Monument Unveiled in Berlin | |
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- In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the dispatch of the German Medical Support Team and World Red Cross Day, the unveiling ceremony was held at the German Red Cross headquarters on the afternoon of the 8th (local time). The Korean government provided full financial support of 210 million KRW for the construction.
- A modern reinterpretation of Korea's 'Jangseung (traditional totem pole)', themed 'War and Healing,' celebrates the German Red Cross's medical support activities - Minister Kang Jung-ai stated, "This memorial will serve as a bridge between Germany and Korea and a symbol of the noble dedication of the German Medical Support Team," expressing hopes for stronger friendship and cooperation between the two nations. |
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| date | 2024-05-09 |
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