24th October 2024 11:25:50 Hours
The International Taekwondo Demonstration (Kukkiwon) took place on 23 October 2024, at the Army Physical Training School (APTS). Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Commander of the Army, attended the event.
Her Excellency Miyon Lee, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The ceremony commenced with the recitation of the national anthems of Sri Lanka and Korea, followed by a warm welcome speech from the Chairman of the Army Taekwondo Committee. Afterwards, the event featured a taekwondo demonstration by the Korean Kukkiwon team.
The Army Chief presented awards to key figures, including the Korean Ambassador and the Kukkiwon demonstration team.
In a historic moment, Her Excellency conferred an honorary Dan on Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, marking him as the first Sri Lankan Army Commander to receive this honour for his contributions to Taekwondo and the country's success in the sport.
In her closing remarks, the Korean Ambassador highlighted the strong ties between Sri Lanka and Korea, emphasising the importance of cultural exchanges and cooperation in promoting mutual understanding and friendship.
The event was entertained by Sri Lanka Army dancing troupe.
Deputy Chief of Staff, Commandant Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force, Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Adjutant General, Principal Staff Officers, and several other Senior Officers were present at the event.
