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“For the first time in Korea history—perhaps in any nation’s history—the Korean government is putting huge financial and political resources behind something as intangible as “discovery.” No guidelines, no maps; just money and faith.” quote by Euny Hong — Download Open image

““For the first time in Korea history—perhaps in any nation’s history—the Korean government is putting huge financial and political resources behind something as intangible as “discovery.” No guidelines, no maps; just money and faith.””

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