As Paik Jong-won, the CEO of Theborn Korea, became embroiled in controversy over allegations of false labeling of origin, residents of his hometown in Yesan, South Chungcheong Province, conveyed messages of support for him.
According to Yesan County on the 13th, the Yesan Township Mayor’s Association recently hung banners along major local roads expressing support for Paik Jong-won.
The banners included phrases such as, "Paik Jong-won, we remember and support the sweat and tears you quietly shed," and "Paik Jong-won, who loves Yesan! All the residents of Yesan County sincerely support you."
Yesan County explained that this initiative was established to support and encourage Paik's efforts in revitalizing the Yesan market, regenerating the old downtown, and recovering the economy through festivals.