Romanian nun granted Korean citizenship for refugee work


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Sister Cristina Evelina Gal has served refugees and migrants in South Korea since 2007 Sister Cristina Evelina Gal with children in Anyang in Gyeonggi province of South Korea. The Romanian nun is among three foreign religious personalities honored for their special contributions to the country. (Photo supplied) South Korea's government has accorded honorary citizenship to a Romania-born Catholic nun who has served refugees and migrants in the East Asian nation for more than 15 years. Sister Cristina Evelina Gal, a member of Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters, was awarded Korean citizenship last month in recognition of her contributions to the public...