To Whom It May Concern

Firstly, I would like to show my respect for your managing this valuable website: . My name is Lee Myungsung. I am a student and a member of the Dokdo Cyber Press, a non-governmental and voluntary organization.

As I was searching through various websites on the web, I found out that the map that is included in your website is not fully updated. I was surprised that the map of Korea from your institution is missing a correct designation of Korea’s island Dokdo. Dokdo, located in the far eastern side of Korea, is the island part of Korea, and the name Dokdo officially exists and is used domestically and internationally.

Please refer to this link of your website:

http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/

Dokdo is one of the most loved islands in Korea and is Korea’s one of major fishing grounds. In addition, Ulleungdo near Dokdo is the global tourist site. For instance, in 2010, , world famous travel magazine, announced that Korea’s Ulleungdo is one of the best recreational site chosen by world’s tourists. According to this magazine, Ulleungdo offers spectacular scenery, preserving the nature from ancient times, and has abundant source of water unlike other islands; neighboring waters, with Dokdo, is the biggest fishing ground in the East Sea. On clear days, Dokdo can be seen from Ulleungdo with naked eye. Historically, for 1500 years, Ulleungdo and Dokdo were referred to as the island of mother and son, which indicates its important close relationship.

Therefore, your institution not designating Dokdo, domestically and internationally crucial island of Korea, will confuse many foreigners and ships visiting Ulleungdo and Dokdo. For your reference, all of Korea’s tour guide or geographical guide introduce Ulleungdo and Dokdo as one of Korea’s main tourist site, Therefore, I would appreciate it if you could add the correct designation “Dokdo” to the map published by your institution.

We know that your website is putting much effort in understanding other cultures, countries, and designations in this global, informational 21st century. Particularly, your website is contributing towards many people’s correct understanding of other countries’ geographical names and cultures. We hope you listen to our request kindly.

Sincerely Yours,

Lee Myungsung