Geoje-si Achieves Remarkable Results Despite COVID-19 Crisis

70 Public Projects, Awards in 28 Categories from Higher Authorities Evaluation

Mayor Byeon Gwang-yong of Geoje City is visiting central government departments to explain the local economic situation. (Photo by Geoje City)

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kang Sharon] Geoje City, Gyeongnam Province, announced on the 15th that despite the difficult times due to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), it was recognized for its excellent administrative capabilities in attracting public contest projects conducted by external organizations last year.

According to the city, it secured 1,116 million won for 70 projects last year and received commendations from institutions in 28 fields, securing financial incentives worth 580 million won.

The city established a response strategy to government public contest project trends such as post-COVID and the government's Korean New Deal policy announcement and managed them intensively.

Also, Mayor Byeon Gwang-yong visited the National Assembly and central government ministries to explain the necessity and feasibility of local pending projects and worked together to secure funding.

The fields of public contest projects are closely related to citizens' lives, such as jobs, living SOC, energy, fishing villages, and local food.

Major government commendations in evaluations included 'Excellent Case for Low Birthrate Response (President)', 'Promotion of Statistical Work Merit (Prime Minister)', 'Emergency Preparedness Policy Development Merit (Prime Minister)', and 'National Happiness Civil Service Office (Prime Minister)'.

Mayor Byeon said, "Although there were difficulties due to the shipbuilding industry recession and COVID-19, we were able to secure funding through the efforts of citizens and public officials," adding, "This year, we will also focus on all-round administration that influences attracting public contest projects and regional development."

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