"Ties of Cheongsong Strengthened Again... Daegu Cheongsong Alumni Association Declares a New Era"

32nd Regular General Meeting and Chairman Inauguration Ceremony Held at Wedding Vienna in Daegu
Over 300 Attendees Gather in One Place

At 7 p.m. on January 23, the 32nd Regular General Meeting and Chairman Inauguration Ceremony of the Daegu Cheongsong Alumni Association was held in grand fashion at Wedding Vienna in Daegu. More than 300 distinguished guests attended the event, strengthening the bonds among those from Cheongsong who reside outside their hometown, and sharing both the history of the association and its future direction in a meaningful gathering.

At Wedding Vienna, the 32nd Regular General Meeting and Chairman Inauguration Ceremony Held with Over 300 Attendees Photo by Byeon Geon Kwon

The event began with a farewell speech by outgoing chairman Shin Sugil, who has dedicated himself to the development of the association. Shin stated, "The alumni association is a strong fence that brings together the hearts of Cheongsong people," and added, "I hope it will continue to serve as a bridge connecting our hometown and its people."

Incoming chairman Kim Taejong, in his inaugural address, emphasized, "Based on the pride of being from Cheongsong, I will foster broader communication and stronger solidarity," and added, "I will fulfill my responsibility so that the alumni association can grow into a community that embraces all generations and regions."

Lee Donghwan, chairman of the Daegu-Gyeongbuk Residents Association, delivered a congratulatory speech, saying, "The alumni association has been the most reliable focal point for preserving regional identity and the spirit of community," and continued, "I hope the Daegu Cheongsong Alumni Association will further advance as a model for the Daegu-Gyeongbuk expatriate community."

Cheongsong County Governor Yoon Kyunghee also offered congratulations, stating, "The interest and support of those from Cheongsong living elsewhere are a great driving force for the county's development," and added, "Cheongsong County will also expand cooperation and exchanges with alumni to strengthen the hometown's future competitiveness."

Finally, Shin Sanggi, president of the Cheongsong County Alumni Association, delivered words of encouragement, saying, "Today's gathering is a symbol that the deep bonds and solidarity among people from Cheongsong are still very much alive," and continued, "I hope the alumni association will continue to empower each other and serve as a strong supporter for our hometown Cheongsong."

The ‘Jeongs of Cheongsong’ Echoed in Daegu: The Reestablishment of the Daegu Cheongsong Alumni Association and Their Commitment to a New Beginning Photo by Byunggeon Kwon

The Daegu Cheongsong Alumni Association plans to use this general meeting and inauguration ceremony as an opportunity to further strengthen its network of expatriates and expand its role in contributing to local community development through ongoing exchanges with their hometown.

The association is evolving from simply being a 'group that remembers the hometown' to a living community that connects people and regions. The presence of more than 300 attendees who filled Wedding Vienna demonstrated that a strong sense of solidarity under the name of 'Cheongsong' is still very much alive. It remains to be seen whether the new leadership will become the central axis connecting this solidarity to the future.