Gwangju Buk-gu, Comprehensive Measures to Revitalize the Livelihood Economy 추진

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (District Mayor Moon In) announced on the 18th that it will implement a ‘Comprehensive Measures to Revive the Livelihood Economy’ to support small and medium-sized enterprises and small business owners struggling due to the impact of COVID-19.

This comprehensive plan was prepared to revitalize the livelihood economy by actively promoting support measures for each affected sector in line with the central government’s policy to restore the economic recovery trend.

Accordingly, Buk-gu will actively promote 24 support measures in four areas: consumption promotion, small and medium-sized enterprises, small business owners, and financial support.

First, all employees will participate in promoting consumption by using neighborhood restaurants, launching the Gwangju Sangsaeng Card campaign, operating family dining days, shopping at traditional markets in all departments, and focusing on the use of welfare cards for public officials.

In particular, on the 3rd of next month, in cooperation with the Buk-gu branch of the Korea Foodservice Industry Association, a Samgyeopsal Day discount event will be held, encouraging department and staff meetings or family gatherings at local restaurants.

As support measures for small and medium-sized enterprises, direct support such as priority purchase of SME products, early execution of financial support projects, and support for worker dormitory fees will be provided, along with indirect support including guidance on government enterprise support systems, prompt handling of corporate complaints, and operation of consultation desks for affected companies.

Additionally, for local small business owners, the special guarantee loan and interest difference support project will be implemented early starting this month, one month ahead of schedule, and one-time use of items in multi-use facilities such as cafes and restaurants will be temporarily permitted.

Financial support will also be provided, including rapid execution of district finances and convenience in local tax payments (extension of payment deadlines, collection deferral, etc.) for affected companies and small business owners.

District Mayor Moon In said, “Since the outbreak of COVID-19, local small and medium-sized enterprises and small business owners have been facing greater difficulties than usual,” adding, “We will mobilize all administrative capabilities to focus on the recovery of the local economy.”

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