Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member Kim Gilyong Proposes 'Jeollanam-do Port Revitalization Support Ordinance' as Lead Sponsor

Laying the Foundation to Develop Ports in Jeonnam Province as Key Hubs for Maritime Transport

Kim Gil-yong, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Jeollanam-do Provincial Council announced that the "Jeollanam-do Port Revitalization Support Ordinance," proposed by Representative Kim Gilyong, passed the Agriculture, Fisheries, and Livestock Committee review on the 8th.

This ordinance was enacted to support necessary matters for port revitalization, foster ports located in Jeollanam-do as maritime transport hubs, and contribute to the development of the regional economy.

According to this ordinance, the Governor of Jeollanam-do is authorized to prepare port revitalization support plans that can develop the port industry and provide necessary administrative and financial support.

Additionally, it allows for the promotion of projects necessary for port revitalization, such as opening and revitalizing international passenger routes and container routes, hosting port-related academic conferences, and conducting port-related business consultations.

Representative Kim Gilyong emphasized, "Despite ports within the province, including Gwangyang Port, being important infrastructure and key growth engines for Jeollanam-do's economic development, administrative and financial support from Jeollanam-do has been insufficient."

He particularly pointed out, "Due to the COVID-19 situation lasting over eight months, cargo volume has sharply declined, exacerbating difficulties for the port industry and workers. Support through the enactment of this ordinance is urgent to enhance the competitiveness of Jeollanam-do ports and revitalize the stagnant regional economy."

He added, "We will continue to establish systematic and effective policies for the revitalization of Jeollanam-do ports."

Meanwhile, this ordinance is scheduled to be approved at the 2nd plenary session of the 346th extraordinary meeting on the 18th.

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