Kim Dae-ho, Head of Honam Regional Statistics Office, Visits Traditional Market to Assess Price Trends

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] On the 15th, Kim Dae-ho, Director of the Honam Regional Statistics Office, visited Yangdong Market located in Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City ahead of the Chuseok holiday.

This visit was conducted to understand recent price trends of agricultural, livestock, and marine products such as rice, fruits, pork, and squid, which are in high demand during Chuseok.

Director Kim purchased fresh foods and grains, and also expressed his gratitude to respondents who have cooperated with the Statistics Korea Consumer Price Survey.

He then visited the merchants' association and said, "I believe traditional markets are going through a more difficult time than ever due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic. As an institution, all employees will actively take the lead in using traditional markets to contribute to their revitalization."

The items purchased that day were delivered to the Gwangju Childcare Center, a facility sponsored by the Honam Regional Statistics Office's 'Dasarang Volunteer Club,' contributing to the spread of a sharing culture.

The Honam Regional Statistics Office holds a shopping event every year before the Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays, designating these days as 'Traditional Market Visiting Days' to promote the revitalization of traditional markets.

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