Jeonnam Governor Kim Young-rok: "We Will Strive to Establish Medical Schools in Eastern and Western Jeonnam"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Kim Young-rok, Governor of Jeonnam Province, announced on the 28th that he will strive to establish medical schools in both the eastern and western regions of Jeonnam.

Governor Kim stated at the policy meeting with department heads that “The recent government plan to expand the medical school quota by 4,000 students and to establish new medical schools in regions without one is tantamount to confirming the establishment of medical schools in Jeonnam,” and added, “I am grateful for the support from the political circles and the efforts of the residents so far.”

He continued, “Going forward, we will secure at least 100 students per school so that medical school hospitals and lecture campuses can be established in both the eastern and western regions, equipped with the latest medical facilities to meet the needs of the residents. We will continuously consult with the government to successfully finalize this.”

He also urged for prompt execution to alleviate inconveniences faced by farmers.

Governor Kim said, “The public payment system has been budgeted at 459.4 billion won, which is expected to greatly benefit farmers,” and added, “This public payment system, which is also a presidential agricultural pledge, is being smoothly implemented through rice price stabilization.”

Along with this, he ordered, “Among various bills related to the province, especially those concerning the Yeosu-Suncheon Incident, Korea Electric Power Corporation University, energy industry, and island development promotion, department heads must personally engage and provide persuasive explanations to ensure these special laws are secured.”

Furthermore, he added, “Jeonnam has shifted social distancing from level 2 to level 1 to revitalize the local economy and minimize inconvenience to residents,” and expressed, “I once again thank the public officials in charge of quarantine for their hard work.”

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