[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 67 (Wednesday, May 7, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E883]
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           INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF KOREAN YOUTH IN KAZAKHSTAN

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                           HON. BOB BEAUPREZ

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 7, 2003

  Mr. BEAUPREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the Republic of 
Kazakhstan for their hospitality in hosting the first ever 
International Forum of Korean Youth Organizations. This forum has the 
goal of establishing an international framework for young Koreans 
throughout the world. These youth organizations are dedicated to the 
ideals of free markets and individual liberty. By hosting this 
democratic forum, Kazakhstan will further its growing international 
reputation as a free and democratic state.
  The Republic of Kazakhstan is home to more than 14 million people and 
is the ninth largest nation in the world. It is an active member in the 
United Nations and the European Organization of Cooperation and Safety. 
After gaining their freedom on December 16, 1991, the emerging republic 
adopted a constitution on August 30, 1995.
  Since 1998, the Korean Youth Movement in Kazakhstan, MDK, has been 
building relationships with different republic-minded organizations at 
home and abroad. By hosting the first international forum for Korean 
youth organizations around the world, the MDK is creating an 
environment to exchange experiences and build international cooperation 
throughout the Korean community.
  Mr. Speaker, during this forum, young Korean leaders from around the 
world will be able to tour and sample the vibrant democracy that is 
flourishing in Kazakhstan. I ask that my colleagues join me in 
commending our friends in the Parliament of Kazakhstan for their 
assistance and vision with this great International Forum on behalf of 
Korean Youth worldwide, and wish them much success.

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