On the 10th, Ma Seung-cheol, chairman of NARA CELLAR, the first listed company in the domestic wine distribution industry, announced that he received the Deputy Prime Minister's award for exemplary taxpayer from the Korea Customs Service.

The exemplary taxpayer award from the Korea Customs Service is given based on a comprehensive evaluation including honest tariff payments, export increases, compliance with tariff laws and import-export related regulations, and cooperation in customs administration.

On Mar. 6, O Yi-seok, Executive Vice President of NARA CELLAR (left), is taking a commemorative photo after receiving the tariff agency's exemplary taxpayer Deputy Prime Minister Award on behalf of the taxpayer at the event commemorating the 59th Taxpayers' Day held at the Seongnam Customs Office./Courtesy of NARA CELLAR

NARA CELLAR was recognized for its transparent management and diligent tax obligations. In particular, the contributions made by Chairman Ma since taking office as the 5th president of the Korea Alcohol Importers Association in 2022, including strengthening cooperation with related companies to contribute to the development of the liquor industry, were highly praised.

NARA CELLAR reported that it operates a senior wine education program to spread wine culture across various generations and engages in regular volunteer activities targeting marginalized neighbors.

Chairman Ma noted, "Transparent management and diligent tax payment are basic responsibilities," and said, "We will continue to fulfill our social responsibilities as an honest and transparent corporation."

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