KT&G Receives Presidential Commendation at Crime Prevention Awards

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Nov.29.2023

KT&G Receives Presidential Commendation at Crime Prevention Awards

KT&G receives presidential commendation at 2023 Crime Prevention Awards for their contribution to South Korean law and society.

KT&G Corporation announced on November 28th that it received presidential commendation at the "2023 Crime Prevention Awards" ceremony held on the 27th.

The event, organized by the South Korean Ministry of Justice, aims to recognize institutions and individuals who have contributed to the establishment and development of the rule of law in South Korea.

KT&G, the only privately-owned company to receive an award this year, has been praised for actively engaging in social welfare activities, providing continuous support to the most vulnerable communities and disadvantaged groups through donations and other means.

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[1] KT&G '안전한 나라 만들기' 앞장

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