In his lifetime, he had shown deep love for those who value justice and aspire after independence, irrespective of their party affiliations, political view and religious faith.

One of them was Choe Hong Hui, president of the International Taekwon-Do Federation.

Choe served as an army general in south Korea and, later, left there to live in exile, standing against its regime. But he was seized with sense of guilty for his past careers.

When he visited Pyongyang, Kim Jong Il heartily received and discussed with him the matters of further developing Taekwon-Do. Valuing his national conscience and reunification desire above anything else, the leader encouraged Choe to make contribution to national reunification with Taekwon-Do.

In October Juche 89 (2000), he met Choe again in Pyongyang and had a photo session with him, which was a lifelong memory for Choe. He also satisfied Choe's desire to set up the headquarters of the International Martial Art Games Commission in Pyongyang.

When Choe died of incurable disease, the leader took a measure to hold his funeral service ceremoniously. He suggested burying Choe's remains at the Patriotic Martyrs Cemetery and sent a wreath to it.

Kim Jong Il's loving care made his name remain in the memory of the nation.