02/04/2026
The International Taekwon-Do Federation expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Prof. Chang Ung (5 July 1938 – 29 March 2026), Honorary Life President of the ITF and former President from 2002 to 2015.
On hearing of his passing, ITF President Prof. GM RI Yong Son expressed his condolences, stating:
“Prof. Chang Ung assumed the presidency of the ITF at a moment of profound transition, following the passing of our Founder, General Choi Hong Hi, on 15 June 2002. Entrusted with this responsibility by the Founder himself, he carried forward the leadership of the Federation during a critical period, ensuring continuity, stability, and the preservation of the principles upon which ITF Taekwon-Do was built.
General Choi Hong Hi, in his final words regarding succession, expressed both his concern for the future and his confidence in Prof. Chang Ung. He spoke of a man who would stand tall for the Federation, who would carry forward its mission with strength and resolve, and whose presence would bring reassurance at a time of uncertainty. That trust, placed at such a defining moment in ITF history, remains a testament to the significance of Prof. Chang Ung’s role.”
May his legacy be remembered with respect.
International Taekwon-Do Federation
