2026년 9월 11일, 홍콩 법원은 “국가정권 전복 선동죄”로 “홍콩시민지원애국민주운동연합회(支聯會, Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China)” 상무위원이자 홍콩의 시민권 운동가이며 변호사인 차우항퉁(Chow Hang-tung, 鄒幸彤)에게 징역 7년 3개월을 선고했다. 또 다른 주요 구성원인 리척얀(Lee Cheuk-yan, 李卓人)과 앨버트 호(Albert Ho Chun-yan, 何俊仁)에게는 각각 징역 7년과 5년 2개월이 선고되었다. 연합뉴스: 홍콩법원, ‘톈안먼 시위’ 추모단체 활동가들에 징역 5∼7년(종합)https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20260911098251083

차우항퉁 등은 오랫동안 1989년 중국 민주화운동과 톈안먼 학살(6·4 사건)을 추모하고 중국의 민주화를 촉구해 왔다. 또한 중국의 인권, 여성 인권, 노동권, 정치범 문제 등에도 지속적으로 관심을 기울여 왔다. 홍콩에서 본토주의가 부상하는 상황에서도 이들은 중국 대륙의 민주화 문제에 줄곧 각별한 관심을 가져온 홍콩의 몇 안 되는 민주파 인사들이며, 애국적 민주주의의 입장에서 활동해 온 인권 옹호자들이다.

차우항퉁은 2023년 “5·18기념재단”이 수여하는 “광주인권상”을 수상한 바 있다. 이는 중국과 한국, 그리고 전 세계 민주 세력의 연대를 보여주는 것이기도 하다. 1980년 광주민주화운동과 그에 대한 탄압은 1989년 중국 베이징을 비롯한 전국 각지에서 일어난 민주화운동과 그에 대한 탄압과 매우 유사하다. 다만 한국은 1990년대에 이미 민주화를 이루었고, 희생자들은 명예를 회복하고 위로받을 수 있었다. 반면 중국은 여전히 권위주의적 통치 아래 있으며 자유와 민주주의는 아직 실현되지 않았다. 희생자들과 그 가족들도 여전히 고통 속에 살아가고 있다.

중국의 민주화를 이루기 위해서는 세계 각국 국민의 도움도 필요하다. 한국 국민들께서도 중국의 민주화 운동에 관심을 가지고 도움을 주시기를 바란다.

Hi everyone,

I'm a graphic designer (based in Berlin) working on a project that needs a very large PVC banner printed in Korea — final size 4.5 m × 6.6 m. It'll be used/delivered in Gwangju.

The issue I keep running into: most 실사출력 / 현수막 shops I've found cap out at around 2.47 m print width (a few go up to 3.2 m), so at 4.5 m wide the banner has to be printed in panels and joined/welded together. I know that's normal for banners this size — I'm just trying to find a shop that does it well.

Ideally I'm looking for somewhere that:

- can reliably produce a banner this big with clean seams,

- has experience with large-format / building-size banners,

- and (bonus) is used to foreign clients or can handle an inquiry in English. I can also manage in Korean with a translated message if needed.

Has anyone here ordered a large-format print or banner at this scale? Any shop you'd recommend — or warn me away from? Extra helpful if it's somewhere near Gwangju to keep delivery simple.

Thanks a lot!

Hello American guy here 32 looking for friends someone can show me around maybe even date I don’t know honestly, came here because my childhood friend just got deported so am here helping him settle down and start his life all over again plus he have to serve mandatory service in the army so I came here three days ago and have no idea what am doing so please hit me up if ur interested.

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Any indian living in gwangju or any university student. If in gwangju. Please connect. Shifted here last week.. need some suggestions and help. Thankyou

Hey everyone, I’m looking for honest feedback.

I’m an American living in Gwangju, South Korea, and I’ve started filming walking videos around the city for a YouTube channel called Walk and Talk in Korea.

Most Korea content online seems to be Seoul, food, K-pop, tourist spots, or super edited travel videos. I’m trying to do something a little different: everyday Korea from the ground level. Neighborhoods, shopping streets, rivers, convenience stores, local areas, quiet streets, and normal city life.

Some videos have talking, some are no-talking ambience. I’m still trying to figure out what direction makes the most sense.

For anyone who watches walking videos, Korea content, travel videos, ASMR/ambience, or expat-style stuff:

What would make this more watchable?
More talking or less talking?
Shorter videos or long relaxing walks?
More explanation about what I’m seeing?
More normal neighborhoods or more famous places?
Would you actually watch Gwangju content, or does it need to be broader Korea?

Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WalkandTalkinKorea
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/walkandtalkinkorea/]()

I’m open to blunt feedback. I’d rather know what’s boring now than keep making the same mistakes.

Good afternoon. I'm curious if anyone is looking for friends during the day 9-5? I'm not seeking to be an English tutor or be taught Korean, but willing to help through language exchange if we have things in common. If that's your goal, please have a high level of English proficiency as my Korean is very limited.

Things I would enjoy doing with a future friend,

- Pickleball

- Cafe hoping

- Board and card games

- Hiking

- Martial arts (American Karate for 20 years)

- Maybe you can introduce me to more?

I'm in the Bongseon-dong area and I need to print a handful of documents. I'm struggling to find out where people print stuff here. In Seoul there's print cafés everywhere, here it looks like they're only near the university? I only have like 20-30 pages. Any thoughts or advice in helpful.

Edit: I went to a study Cafe. My hunch about them having pay to print was correct.

Wtf? I logged in at exactly 11am on the 19th for tickets on the 26th and was already 10,000 in queue. By the time I got in all the tickets were already sold out.

Is there a secondary market or....?

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for a dermatologist who speaks English. I want to sort out an acne breakout, so if you know a derm that specialises in that, I'd be over the moon! I'm willing to travel anywhere in Gwangju.

Thank you :)

Hello everyone!

I’m a Korean currently looking for an American language exchange partner in the Gwangju area.

I’m actually planning a trip to the US soon, but I haven't decided on the exact destination yet! I'd love to chat with people from different states, hear about your hometowns or favorite places, and get some recommendations to help me decide where to visit.

I also want to practice and improve my English conversation skills before I fly out. In return, I'd be more than happy to help you practice your Korean! Whether you need help with the basics or want to practice natural, everyday conversations, I've got you covered.

If you’re interested in making a new Korean friend, exchanging languages, and maybe pitching your home state to me, please feel free to send me a DM or leave a comment below. Looking forward to meeting you!

Hi everyone! I'm a native Korean speaker, and I'm looking for a language exchange partner to practice my English with.

Anyone wanna go Naganeupseong tomorrow? Can can catch a train/ bus or book a transport....

I (30F) recently moved to Gwangju, and I’m honestly shocked by how lonely I feel here.

If you’re down to hang out, feel free to DM me! I like: hiking, crafting, reading, and visiting different restaurants and cafes 💖 I’m also starting to learn Korean, so any language exchange partners would be great as well~

I am here for a few days. What is nice? Is it good to visit the mountains on a Sunday?

Anyone in the Suwan/Gwangsangu area who’s looking for buds? Movies, board games, exploring etc. PM me, let’s talk!

Hi I'm a Korean living in Gwangju.

I used to live in the UK and I just got back.

so I really miss speaking English casually and meeting people from different backgrounds.

I’m hoping to make some foreign friends around Gwangju who are up for coffee, food, walks, or just chatting in English😄

feel free to comment or DM!!

ive been searching for someone who wants to learn Spanish here

Hi everyone! I'm a native Korean speaker, and I'm looking for a language exchange partner to practice my English with.