[Photo] '2020 Mapo-gu New Year's Meeting' Held

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] The '2020 Mapo-gu New Year's Greeting Meeting' was held on the 9th at 3 PM in the Eoullim Madang on the first floor of Mapo-gu Office.

On this occasion, where residents and local figures gathered in one place to exchange greetings and well-wishes and pledge a hopeful year, about 1,500 people including Mapo-gu Mayor Yoodonggyun, members of the National Assembly, city and district council members, and other key local figures and residents from various sectors attended.

The ceremony began with a congratulatory performance by Park Aeri, a master singer and Mapo-gu public relations ambassador, and attracted attention as three foreigners wore traditional costumes representing their countries (Eritrea, Indonesia, Uzbekistan) and delivered well-wishes in their native languages.

Following this, Mapo-gu Mayor Yoodonggyun delivered the New Year's address, announcing the key projects for 2020, including the operation of the Mapo-style youth job project, the Mapo tour bus operation, the 'Anything Consultation Desk' for residents, the creation of an air-purifying forest with the planting of 5 million trees, and on-site visits to Mapo 1st Street to explore residents' livelihoods. He emphasized field administration for residents, communication with residents, and the activation of public-private cooperation, stating, “We will work together with residents to find solutions so that Mapo-gu residents can enjoy an ordinary but happy life. We will make this year a vigorous one by running together with Mapo-gu staff to create a city where possibilities breathe and where residents' rightful rights are guaranteed.”

After Mayor Yoo's New Year's address, the event concluded with congratulatory speeches from guests, a toast proposal by city and district council members, and a commemorative photo session.

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