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This resolution joyously celebrates two significant milestones for the Korean community in Rhode Island: the 80th anniversary of Korea's independence from Japanese colonial rule on August 15, 2025, and the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Korean American Association of Rhode Island in 2025. The resolution recognizes the important contributions of the Korean American community to the state's cultural diversity, highlighting their role in promoting friendship, welfare, and education. It recalls that in 1979, former Governor J. Joseph Garrahy declared August 15th as the first "Korea Day" in Rhode Island, and emphasizes the Korean community's essential role in fostering understanding, mutual respect, and common purpose. The resolution formally acknowledges these anniversaries and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Korean American Association of Rhode Island, symbolizing the state's appreciation and recognition of the Korean American community's presence and achievements.

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