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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OTTAWA, ON – The Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and the Official Opposition, issued the following statement:
“Today, I
am pleased to congratulate all those in Canada and around the world celebrating
the 74th anniversary of Korea’s independence from colonialism at the end of the
Second World War. Today we recognize the contributions of Canadians of Korean
heritage and recall Canada’s role in the continued preservation of freedom in
South Korea.
“Canada
played a key role in protecting Korea’s independence in later years. While
those in the North did not get to experience the full benefits of the
liberation, as one form of subjugation was replaced by another that continues
to this day, Canada enjoys a special friendship with the Republic of Korea in
the South. Over 26,000 Canadians served during the Korean War between 1950 and
1953; 516 gave their lives, and thousands were wounded fighting for freedom and
against communist imperialism. More than 7,000 Canadian soldiers also served in
ongoing peace-keeping duties after the signing of the Armistice.
“Canada is
home to a vibrant Korean community, and our friendship with South Korea grows
continually, as highlighted by the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement negotiated
and implemented by our previous Conservative government in 2015.
“On behalf
of Canada’s Conservatives, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to everyone
celebrating the 74th anniversary of the Liberation of Korea.
“Happy
National Liberation Day of Korea!”
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For more information, please contact:
Julie Pham
Julie.Pham@parl.gc.ca
(613) 947-9932
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