Nonghyup Donates to 3rd Infantry Division for Veterans Month
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Nonghyup, a South Korean agricultural cooperative, donated 10 million won to the 3rd Infantry Division to encourage soldiers serving the country.
- The donation was made during a visit to the division on June 15, with Nonghyup's vice chairman emphasizing the shared spirit between farmers and soldiers.
- The division commander expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting Nonghyup's past cooperation with the military in areas like wartime military supply.
Nonghyup, South Korea's agricultural cooperative, visited the 3rd Infantry Division on June 15 to offer encouragement and a donation of 10 million won to the soldiers. The visit, timed with the month dedicated to honoring veterans and fallen soldiers, saw Nonghyup Vice Chairman Park Seo-hong express gratitude for the troops' service in safeguarding national security.
The hearts of farmers and soldiers are one.
Park emphasized a shared spirit between farmers and soldiers, stating, "The hearts of farmers and soldiers are one." He also encouraged the division to support Nonghyup's ongoing 'Nongsim Cheonsim' (farmer's heart, heaven's heart) campaign. The campaign aims to foster a deeper connection and mutual understanding between the agricultural sector and the broader community.
Nonghyup has cooperated with the military in various fields, such as wartime military supply support.
Maj. Gen. Son Sang-hyuk, commander of the 3rd Infantry Division, acknowledged Nonghyup's consistent support, noting past collaborations in areas such as wartime military supplies. He thanked Nonghyup for their gesture during the month of national remembrance. Park added his appreciation for the soldiers' dedication despite the hot weather, pledging Nonghyup's continued commitment to public service through food security, income enhancement for farmers, and social contribution.
Nonghyup will also faithfully fulfill its public service roles, including food security, income enhancement for farmers, and social contribution.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.