Most Popular
-
1
Dongduk Women’s University halts coeducation talks
-
2
Russia sent 'anti-air' missiles to Pyongyang, Yoon's aide says
-
3
Defense ministry denies special treatment for BTS’ V amid phone use allegations
-
4
OpenAI in talks with Samsung to power AI features, report says
-
5
Two jailed for forcing disabled teens into prostitution
-
6
Disney+ offers sneak peek at 2025 lineup of Korean originals
-
7
South Korean military plans to launch new division for future warfare
-
8
Gold bars and cash bundles; authorities confiscate millions from tax dodgers
-
9
Teen smoking, drinking decline, while mental health, dietary habits worsen
-
10
Kia EV9 GT marks world debut at LA Motor Show
First lady to recite poem in support of Moon’s China visit
By Kim Min-jooPublished : Dec. 12, 2017 - 16:48
First lady Kim Jung-sook will recite a Korean poem on a Chinese webcast platform Wednesday to support President Moon’s state visit to China.
Cheong Wa Dae said Monday that Kim would read “Visitor” by Chong Hyon-jong on “The Poem for You,” a China-based media platform that promotes poetry as a tool for communication.
Kim’s reading will be aired on the platform at 10 p.m. local time, which will also be shared across Chinese social media outlets.
According to Cheong Wa Dae, Kim chose Chong’s work for its special message on the preciousness of new encounters and resulting relationships, a subtle allusion to the prospect of Korea-China relationship.
Following Wednesday’s reading by Kim, a series of Korean poetry will be aired on “The Poem for You,” every night till Sunday, featuring professional Go player Lee Chang-ho, actress Choo Ja-hyun and more as the readers.
Prominent public figures like Margrethe II the Queen of Denmark, conductor Zubin Mehta and Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan have previously appeared on the program.
Cheong Wa Dae said Monday that Kim would read “Visitor” by Chong Hyon-jong on “The Poem for You,” a China-based media platform that promotes poetry as a tool for communication.
Kim’s reading will be aired on the platform at 10 p.m. local time, which will also be shared across Chinese social media outlets.
According to Cheong Wa Dae, Kim chose Chong’s work for its special message on the preciousness of new encounters and resulting relationships, a subtle allusion to the prospect of Korea-China relationship.
Following Wednesday’s reading by Kim, a series of Korean poetry will be aired on “The Poem for You,” every night till Sunday, featuring professional Go player Lee Chang-ho, actress Choo Ja-hyun and more as the readers.
Prominent public figures like Margrethe II the Queen of Denmark, conductor Zubin Mehta and Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan have previously appeared on the program.
