Jang Gi-pyo, People's Power Presidential Primary Candidate Challenge... "State Guarantee of Food, Clothing, Shelter, Medical Care, and Education"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] Jang Gi-pyo, CEO of the New Vision Policy Research Institute, announced on the 5th that he is entering the People Power Party presidential primary race.

Jang, who serves as the head of the Gimhae-eul district committee of the People Power Party, declared his intention to run for the party’s presidential nomination at the National Assembly communication center, promising an "Era of National Happiness through Self-Realization." Jang said, "I have a fervent dream I want to achieve," introducing it as "a dream to create a happy country where all citizens enjoy the fulfillment and joy of self-realization by doing what they want."

He stated, "We will establish a social security system in which the state guarantees food, clothing, shelter, medical care, and education," adding, "We will provide ample opportunities for public activities such as work, retraining, self-development, and volunteering." Regarding housing issues, he promised measures including a 20% salary increase for working in local areas, a 50% corporate tax reduction for local businesses, and a 20-year free lease of public land for companies relocating to local regions.

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