In order to come this far, many Taekwondo instructors offered self-sacrificing efforts, as well as Taekwondo masters' resolute endeavors to improve Taekwondo. How can people in non-Korean countries bow their heads daily in respect to the Korean flag? Even if it was forced upon, no one would follow to do this?
Showing respect to the Korean flag is a significant aspect of Taekwondo and it is something to be very proud about. At the same time, Taekwondo trainees who grew up learning Taekwondo understand and learn to appreciate the Korean culture. Has there been a better way to promote Korea?
Unfortunately, it is a harsh reality to observe the current status of Taekwondo; endless complaints about controversial judging, conflicts between numerous Taekwondo organizations, continuing wasted efforts to bring each other down, inability to quickly accommodate the needs of Taekwondo people all over the world, and the ongoing fight for political power.
Analyzing these problems, it is no longer issues that can be solved by any one organization, or one individual, and we now need the authority of the government to step in to bring order.
-MAC President Hong Kang Kim
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