May 4th as a Temporary Holiday: The Beginning of the Temporary Holiday Controversy Why has May 4th suddenly been brought up as a temporary holiday? It all started with the expectation that the long weekend could be extended, quickly spreading speculation online. When May 1st, the weekend, and Children’s Day (May 5th) align, even just one extra day off can feel like a ‘golden holiday,’ making any slight possibility rapidly magnified. Adding to this, some citizens proposed designating an extra day off for reasons like energy saving , making the rumor even more plausible. Expressions like “under review somewhere” or “an announcement is imminent” repeated over and over typically solidify expectations before any official confirmation. However, the current official stance is clear. The Presidential Office stated in a May 1 press release that they “have not considered designating May 4th as a temporary holiday,” and there are no government plans related to this. In othe...
The Destiny Meeting in the Rocky Mountains: Opening of the G7 Summit 2025 In June 2025, the majestic Rocky Mountains of Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, will once again host the G7 Summit after 23 years. This historic gathering of the leaders of the world's seven major advanced economies and invited country representatives is capturing global attention. The event is especially notable as it will mark the international debut of South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung, drawing even more eyes worldwide. Why was Kananaskis chosen once more as the venue for the G7 Summit? This meeting, held here for the first time since 2002, is not merely a return to a familiar location. Amid a rapidly shifting global political and economic landscape, the G7 Summit 2025 is expected to serve as a pivotal turning point in forging a new international order. President Lee Jae-myung’s participation carries profound significance for South Korean diplomacy. Making his global debut on the international sta...