Kaesong-Born Businessmen Welcome Development Plan.

From: Korea Times (Seoul, Korea) | Date: August 19, 2000 | Copyright information

South Korean entrepreneurs born in Kaesong are welcoming the announcement of an industrial complex construction plan in the North Korean city. Kaesong, near the western sea, was the capital of the medieval Koryo Kingdom (918-1392 A.D.) and an important Korean trade center for centuries, particularly for its trademark product ``insam (ginseng).'' In particular, Kaesong merchants have historically been known for their professionalism and integrity. Furthermore, they are famous for...

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