by Kang, Min Su, AFA
Seoul, South Korea — In commemoration of Lee Kyung Hae’s 5th death anniversary on September 10, 2008, the Korean Advanced Farmers’ Federation (KAFF) will hold various events recalling the farmer leader’s sacrifice.
September 7 will be a national marathon event held in Jeonbuk province, with about 1,000 marathon runners joining one of the country’s favorite sports. What is more, September 11 will be Lee Kyung Hae’s 5th commemoration itself with persons expected to attend including lawmakers and politicians.
Through these events, KAFF hopes that the public will remember Lee Kyung Hae’s sacrifices and think about the importance of agriculture and the lives of the farmers.
The Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Develoment (AFA) has also declared September 10 as International Farmers’ Day. On this day, AFA members in different countries will honor Lee Kyung Hae in their own ways and show commitment to stand up for farmers’ rights and to work for farmers’ welfare. (With reports from Seo, Yong Seok and Kang, Min Su.)
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