Abstract

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Mongolia in 1990, Hallyu (the Korean Wave) has rapidly spread to Mongolia. Korean food and medicine, as well as Korean drama and pop music, are welcomed by Mongolians. The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of Korean medical service on Mongolia, focusing on the Korean medical missionary Kwan-tae Park. We will show that his excellent human relationship as a reason for his fruit-bearing ministry in the Mongolian society, which is somewhat unfriendly to aggressive Christian evangelism. In conclusion, we will argue that his ministry is imitating Jesus' life presented by the New Testament in a large framework.

Highlights

  • In Mongolian society, Hallyu is expanding into various areas, beginning with K-drama, K-movie, K-pop, and K-food

  • Four years after diplomatic relations between South Korea and Mongolia, Kmedicine started with the establishment of Yonsei Friendship Hospital in 1994

  • Many Korean physicians are dedicated to teaching at the Mongolian National Medical University (MNMU) by training medical students who will be responsible for Mongolia's future medical ministry

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Introduction

In Mongolian society, Hallyu is expanding into various areas, beginning with K-drama, K-movie, K-pop, and K-food. Four years after diplomatic relations between South Korea and Mongolia, Kmedicine started with the establishment of Yonsei Friendship Hospital in 1994. The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) founded an oriental medical hospital, treating more than 200 Mongolian patients a day. The Korean medical institutions in Mongolia are caring for patients, but have hosted various seminars inviting professional medical staff from South Korea. Through this training, Mongolian medical staff are informed of www.psychologyandeducation.net the trends and practices of current medical research. Many Korean physicians are dedicated to teaching at the Mongolian National Medical University (MNMU) by training medical students who will be responsible for Mongolia's future medical ministry

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