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However, the current problem with the Korea Association of the Deaf is that many have not fully realized this joy and, having only seen some superficial aspects, feel a sense of disconnect or turn away. If communication between the existing owners and the new owners continues and people come to realize the true joy of horse racing, the atmosphere will be distinctly different from what it is now. I think it may naturally transform into a strong, empowered community.Our country’s Maju is by no means as honorable as Britain’s, nor is it supported by the economic security backing it as the United States does, with its strong feedback mechanism. The beginning of horse racing is when the owner buys a horse, but under the current circumstances, except for a few parts, it returns to a system that is completely unsatisfactory, and interest begins to wane.

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However, driven by a sense of duty to eradicate it as quickly as possible, we have devoted ourselves to preventing further spread of the disease and bringing it to an early end through prompt and thorough testing and epidemiological investigations.And on September 28, after the discovery of imported red imported fire ants through a preliminary inspection at the container yard of Gamman Pier in Busan Port, all available personnel were mobilized to strengthen quarantine and surveillance at major ports.

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We also contributed to the early eradication of foot-and-mouth disease by being the first in the world to develop and apply a simple antigen diagnostic kit for the three serotypes of foot-and-mouth disease in the field.In addition, in August, through a reorganization of the quarantine organization, the Quarantine Surveillance Division and the Avian Influenza Research and Diagnostic Division were newly established to oversee livestock quarantine

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As a result of the draw, signs of interference through organized collusion were detected in the three races, and since this was deemed fatal to fairness—the very lifeblood of sports—it was unavoidable to cancel those three races. In the subsequent registration and application for participation in the second week of February, there was no such collusion, so the horse racing was conducted normally.Until the day the “Incomplete Life” innovation plan is “fully realized,” the Korea Racing Authority will, with principle and patience, work together with all stakeholders through the “Horse Racing Industry Crisis Overcoming Council” and, in unity with related organizations, communicate and consult continuously.

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As a result, the integrated racing system was changed from full implementation to limiting it to the upper groups (Groups 1 and 2), and the purchase cap for imported horses was adjusted from complete openness to $50,000. Separately, a four-year investment plan of 73.3 billion won has also been prepared to strengthen the competitiveness of domestic horses. Some members of the Majo faction opposed the innovation plan that went through this process, and the hastily formed emergency countermeasure committee went so far as to deny the existing negotiation results and demand a complete renegotiation. There was neither dialogue nor consultation in preparing the innovation plan, and the Korea Racing Authority was devastated by the situation of being sold.However, the Korea Racing Authority, having the responsibility and duty to conduct races as promised to the public, accepted entries for a combined race between Classes 1 and 2 in the first week of February, in accordance with the 2015 race implementation plan.

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Korea’s first school for visually impaired young children, which operates under the names of legendary racehorses such as Baekgwang, Dangdae Bulpae, and Jigeum Isungan, as well as the strongest active racehorses,Choi Kang Sil-eo,Cleanup Joy, and Mighty Gem. In particular, the tradition of owners donating in their beloved horses’ names has become an especially beautiful and valuable culture of giving, thanks to the history we have built together with horse racing fans over the past ten years. Even this winter,

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However, the current problem with the Korea Association of the Deaf is that many have not fully realized this joy and, having only seen some superficial aspects, feel a sense of disconnect or turn away. If communication between the existing owners and the new owners continues and people come to realize the true joy of horse racing, the atmosphere will be distinctly different from what it is now. I think it may naturally transform into a strong, empowered community.Our country’s Maju is by no means as honorable as Britain’s, nor is it supported by the economic security backing it as the United States does, with its strong feedback mechanism. The beginning of horse racing is when the owner buys a horse, but under the current circumstances, except for a few parts, it returns to a system that is completely unsatisfactory, and interest begins to wane.

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I believe that being the head of an association is not a position of exercising authority, but one of serving. Rather than leading with leadership, my goal is to find the glue that brings the whole together and connect it well for the sake of integration. I think that glue is horse racing. No matter how old a friend is, if there is no shared interest, it will quickly become awkward and distant. But if there is a common denominator, even someone you just met will soon open your heart and hold your hand. We share a common interest in horse racing. If we can simply discover the fun of horse racing, even if it doesn’t lead us to golf or other outward pursuits, I believe we can still connect deeply.

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As one of the key figures in the horse racing community, I believe the position where our Majoo stands is extremely important. However, having been involved and observed for more than 20 years, the fact is that we, given its importance, have not been able to speak with one voice together with a sense of community. The divisions that emerged within the Korea Racing Authority Association in response to the forced implementation of this innovation plan can be seen as the problems that had been within us erupting outward. Under the current circumstances, the Korea Racing Authority cannot exert any force. I always thought that I wanted to create a space for face-to-face dialogue, build consensus, and come to an agreement on the problems. I have boldly expressed my intention to run, hoping to turn this crisis into an opportunity for a turnaround.

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Entering Part II, Korean horse racing, as a new member of the global racing community, experienced a period of growth marked by small on-site changes aimed at strengthening competitiveness, such as last year’s expedition to the Dubai World Cup, the introduction of advanced overseas personnel, changes in racehorse training patterns, and the implementation of a break time system. It also entered a period of growth as improvements to racing infrastructure, such as racecourses and stables,

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Despite the enormous social contribution of the horse racing industry, the reality of Korean horse racing is increasingly losing its place amid the public’s negative view of horse racing and the government’s excessive regulation, and even at this very moment it weighs heavily on our hearts.As you know, Korean horse racing has endured major growing pains over the past few years, going through the growing pains of the horse racing innovation plan. Amid the whirlwind of bone‑shaving innovation,

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Over the past year, as we struggled for the development of horse racing amid a desperate crisis, our horse racing industry had to endure great wounds and suffering, condemned by society for distorted perceptions and prejudice toward horse racing amid the national turmoil caused by the state affairs scandal. It was even a painful year in which horse racing was branded as a target for eradicating deep-rooted social evils, and it was also a year stained by a series

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Pohang earthquake last year, it is clear that Korea’s horse industry also lacks a solid production base and could collapse in an instant. Just as we design earthquake-resistant structures, we should once again review Korea’s horse industry policies and, supported by policies and investments that enable mutual growth and development, hope to see the completion of Part II and the dawn of a natural era of Part I through the production of domestic horses that surpass foreign ones.

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As a result, the integrated racing system was changed from full implementation to limiting it to the upper groups (Groups 1 and 2), and the purchase cap for imported horses was adjusted from complete openness to $50,000. Separately, a four-year investment plan of 73.3 billion won has also been prepared to strengthen the competitiveness of domestic horses. Some members of the Majo faction opposed the innovation plan that went through this process, and the hastily formed emergency countermeasure committee went so far as to deny the existing negotiation results and demand a complete renegotiation. There was neither dialogue nor consultation in preparing the innovation plan, and the Korea Racing Authority was devastated by the situation of being sold.However, the Korea Racing Authority, having the responsibility and duty to conduct races as promised to the public, accepted entries for a combined race between Classes 1 and 2 in the first week of February, in accordance with the 2015 race implementation plan.

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Although the goals of moving toward an integrated Korea horse racing system and entering Part II have been achieved, there remains insufficient support for the improvement of racehorses and the stable establishment of the production infrastructure that would have been derived in the process of achieving those goals, raising concerns that the racehorse production industry, which is the foundation of horse racing, may become a precarious structure built on shaky foundations.

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As a result, the integrated racing system was changed from full implementation to limiting it to the upper groups (Groups 1 and 2), and the purchase cap for imported horses was adjusted from complete openness to $50,000. Separately, a four-year investment plan of 73.3 billion won has also been prepared to strengthen the competitiveness of domestic horses. Some members of the Majo faction opposed the innovation plan that went through this process, and the hastily formed emergency countermeasure committee went so far as to deny the existing negotiation results and demand a complete renegotiation. There was neither dialogue nor consultation in preparing the innovation plan, and the Korea Racing Authority was devastated by the situation of being sold.However, the Korea Racing Authority, having the responsibility and duty to conduct races as promised to the public, accepted entries for a combined race between Classes 1 and 2 in the first week of February, in accordance with the 2015 race implementation plan.

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The loss of existing users could also accelerate the expansion of the illegal market. Therefore, voices are growing that, rather than applying the electronic card system uniformly, autonomous measures to promote soundness should be encouraged while taking into account its particular characteristics.If I were to sum up horse racing innovation in one phrase, it would be "openness, competition, and market expansion." It is to raise the quality and value of horse racing products and turn the current crisis into an opportunity for rebirth. To this end, after consultations and coordination with related organizations, in January 2015, we completed the final draft centered on the rating system, raising the purchase price cap for imported horses, and implementing integrated racing limited to Group 1 and 2.

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Last year, on top of the nationwide unrest caused by the national turmoil of state corruption and the president’s impeachment, as well as the country’s anxiety over North Korea’s nuclear provocations, there were also earthquakes and even a fire disaster at the end of the year—truly a great tragedyI am remembered as a difficult and hard year.Through the horse racing industry as well, having witnessed the successive deaths of those involved, calls for improvements in working conditions,

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I believe that being the head of an association is not a position of exercising authority, but one of serving. Rather than leading with leadership, my goal is to find the glue that brings the whole together and connect it well for the sake of integration. I think that glue is horse racing. No matter how old a friend is, if there is no shared interest, it will quickly become awkward and distant. But if there is a common denominator, even someone you just met will soon open your heart and hold your hand. We share a common interest in horse racing. If we can simply discover the fun of horse racing, even if it doesn’t lead us to golf or other outward pursuits, I believe we can still connect deeply.

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Even to prevent the outflow of dollars required for breeding-purpose imported stallions, institutional measures are needed to encourage a natural turnover from racehorses to stallions, such as expanding the scheduling of races that favor imported stallions for breeding purposes.The Saemangeum Racehorse Joint Production and Breeding Complex, to be established on approximately 800 hectares of farmland in Saemangeum’s agricultural

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Pulling Hand” taking first and second place respectively. This clearly shows the improvement in the racing ability of inland horses.If you attend the inland domestic horse auctions held in May, July, and October 2018, you can meet high-quality horses that producers and LetsRun Farm’s head trainer have painstakingly bred and raised, all at a price free of unnecessary markups, supported by LetsRun Farm Jangsu, so we ask for your active interest and participation.

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Since the implementation of the 2015 Racing Innovation Plan, most farms have been experiencing a sales cliff due to the liberalization of imports of foreign horses and the concentration of prize money in first-place finishes, which has led to the purchase of outstanding horses by owners. In this situation, it is urgently necessary to introduce a closure subsidy support system so that if racehorse-producing farms, which are already in a critical situation, go out of business, they can at least recover some of the land and facility investments and the labor input they have put in, and prepare for a new livelihood.

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When asked about her acceptance speech, Professor Park Geum-ran said,I am pleased to receive the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Commendation, even though many people have worked hard to develop the domestic horse industry.She added, “I will take this as a call to contribute even more to the development of the horse industry in the future, and I will work diligently.Meanwhile, Seorabeol University is actively carrying out volunteer activities related to therapeutic horseback riding

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Food and Rural Affairs, and has devoted himself to research activities aimed at producing specialized personnel for the equine industry and advancing the sector. In addition,he participated in designing the national rehabilitation riding certification and writing the related textbooks,contributing to laying the foundation for rehabilitation riding in Korea and expanding its base. Last year, he also entrusted the designation of Seorabeol University’s riding stable as a Korea Racing Authority cooperative institution for rehabilitation riding.

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In other countries, even if there is a slight shortfall in the prize money, if even a single properly trained champion racehorse emerges, it will receive sufficient compensation through the production return. It naturally generates motivation to invest. However, it is true that, in a prize-dependent system like ours, it is difficult to continue facing each other.I don’t think this is something that can be solved just because I’m all fired up and trying my best. Just because we all join forces doesn’t mean the entire industry will be turned upside down. For example, even looking at the manufacturing industry, that is the case. Although there is said to be a 50-year gap between our country and Japan, we cannot be certain that in 50 years we will be able to catch up to Japan’s current level.