Lee Nak-yeon Visits Gochang, Jeonbuk: "I Will Definitely Make Noeul Bridge Happen"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park So-yeon] On the 14th, former leader and Democratic Party presidential primary candidate Lee Nak-yeon stated, "I will definitely make the Noeul Bridge project, a core infrastructure development project in the West Coast area of Jeonbuk (connecting Gochang-gun and Buan-gun), a reality to resolve the grievances of the local residents."

On the afternoon of the same day, former leader Lee Nak-yeon visited the planned site of Noeul Bridge at Dongho Port in Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk, and heard an explanation about the promotion of the Noeul Bridge construction from Yoo Gi-sang, the mayor of Gochang-gun, before making the statement.

Mayor Yoo said, "Noeul Bridge has been the biggest pending issue between Gochang and Buan for over 30 years, and it must be included in the 5th National Road and Local Road Construction Plan to resolve the long-standing wishes of the region."

In response, former leader Lee said, "I am well aware of the efforts made so far to realize Noeul Bridge, including signature campaigns by the residents of Gochang-gun, Buan-gun, and Jeonbuk Province," adding, "I will support efforts to ensure that Noeul Bridge is definitely included in the national plan."

Noeul Bridge is a bridge with a total length of 7.48 km connecting Dongho-ri, Haeri-myeon, Gochang-gun and Docheong-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun. Upon completion, the travel distance will be reduced from the existing 62.5 km to 7 km, allowing travel between the two areas in just 10 minutes.

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