One Heart for Taekwondo: A Historic Celebration at the White House

To Our Proud Taekwondo Family, Dear Taekwondo Practitioners and Friends, It is with heartfelt pride and deep emotion that I write to you today. On May 18, 2025, we celebrated the 72nd anniversary of the ROK-U.S. alliance with the Taekwondo Hanmadang Festival held on the front lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. Under the theme of “One Heart for Korea and the United States” and “One Heart for Taekwondo Practitioners,” the event was a truly unforgettable celebration filled with joy and inspiration. I extend my sincere gratitude to Kukkiwon President Lee Dong-seop and all the distinguished guests from Korea and abroad, the Kukkiwon Demonstration Team, and all those