ⓒ JoongAng Ilbo / JoongAng Ilbo Japanese version2022.09.15 15:23
Regarding the intentional deletion of Goguryeo and Balhae from a special exhibition currently being held at the National Museum of China, the National Museum of Korea said, “If it is not corrected immediately, we will withdraw the exhibits as soon as possible.” did.
The explanation of Goguryeo and Balhae was deleted from the exhibition of ancient bronze wares between Korea, China, and Japan held on July 12 at the National Museum of China in Beijing on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and China and the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China. The fact that the chronology was on display was reported, and the National Museum of Korea took a hardline response.
The National Museum of Korea said, “On the 13th, we recognized that the chronology of Korean history was published without Goguryeo and Balhae, and requested the Chinese National Museum to correct it immediately, but we have not received any response.” We asked for a response to the Korean side’s request to revise the chronological table by (15th), and requested that the viewing of the exhibition in the Korean side exhibition room be suspended until the chronological table correction is completed.”
He then promised to continue to respond, saying, “Museum staff will go on a business trip (directly) to China to discuss related matters.”
The National Museum of Korea also said, “We are deeply aware of the seriousness of the situation, and we apologize for causing concern to the public.” We will improve the international exhibition system, including examination,” he stressed.
The National Museum of Korea and the Tokyo National Museum of Japan are jointly participating in this special exhibition, which opens on July 26 and runs until October 9.