Korea Fencing Federation Pushes to Brand 'K-Fencing' Through Cooperation with International and Asian Bodies

The Korean Fencing Federation announced today (July 27) that it has signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with the International Fencing Federation (FIE) and the Asian Fencing Confederation for the mid- to long-term development of South Korean fencing.

The federation noted that this marks the first time in the 70-year history of South Korean fencing that an MOU has been concluded with the FIE.

Through these MOUs, the Korean Fencing Federation plans to collaborate with the FIE on nurturing youth athletes, development and promotion projects related to the Olympics and Asian Games, cooperation in media, entertainment, and digital platforms, and international promotional and cultural campaigns linked to fencing.

The federation explained that it aims to use these MOUs as a stepping stone for growth and international expansion through a broadened base, with the goal of activating "K-Fencing" as a brand much like K-pop, while focusing on domestic fencing development and strengthening its international capabilities.

Choi Shin-won, president of the Korean Fencing Federation who also serves as vice president of the Asian Fencing Confederation, said, "I am grateful to the fencing community members who helped elevate the status of South Korean fencing and establish these cooperative relationships," adding, "I am also thankful to the national team athletes who have elevated the nation's prestige in international competitions."

He also stated, "I express my gratitude to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee for providing extensive support for the development of fencing."

(Photo provided by the Korean Fencing Federation, Yonhap News)
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