
The Taekwondo tournament for the "Ambassador of the Republic of Korea Cup," which brought together masters of the Korean martial art in Ashgabat, has reached its conclusion. This international sports event, held on June 13–14, made a significant contribution to the development of sports in our country, including the national taekwondo school, and to the strengthening of friendly relations between the two countries.
In his speech at the opening ceremony of the competition, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Turkmenistan, Mr. Lee Won-jae, highlighted the tournament's significance not only in sports but also in cultural diplomacy. The Ambassador emphasized that through this ancient martial art of the Korean people, the tournament serves to deepen mutual understanding between the two nations, strengthen friendship, and encourage the younger generation to love sports.
The final stage of the competition concluded with a grand award ceremony. The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Mr. Lee Won-jae, personally presented medals and diplomas to the athletes who demonstrated their skill and agility. The presentation of special commemorative gifts to the winners became an unforgettable moment for the young athletes.
This tournament marked a new page in the sports cooperation between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Korea and served as further evidence of the attention paid to taekwondo in our country and the commitment to involving youth in a healthy lifestyle.
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