Former Gwangju City Spokesperson Kim Ikang Decides to 'Indefinitely Postpone' Book Launch Event

"We Will Support Efforts to Manage the Apartment Collapse Accident"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Kim Ikang, former spokesperson of Gwangju City, who is expected to run for mayor of Seo-gu, Gwangju, announced on the 13th that he will indefinitely postpone the publication commemorative event scheduled for the 15th.

The main reason is that the priority is to handle the apartment structure collapse accident in Hwajeong-dong, Seo-gu.

Former spokesperson Kim expressed outrage over the occurrence of a similar collapse accident following last year's Hakdong disaster.

On the day of the accident, he met with the head of the commercial countermeasure committee at the site to offer condolences, and they agreed to work together to establish safety measures against the risk of further collapse and to thoroughly investigate the inadequate supervision and management.

Meanwhile, the book "Uttuk Seo-gu Hamkke Seo-gu" prepared through coexistence interviews visiting various sites, which was to be introduced at this publication event, is an ambitious project co-authored by 14 local figures from diverse fields such as small business owners, young entrepreneurs, cultural artists, and public activists.

Breaking away from the traditional format of politicians' publication events, a book concert involving citizens and culture was prepared.

Former spokesperson Kim said, "The current situation prioritizes the search and rescue of missing persons, and it is time for all of us to gather our strength and wisdom to handle the accident," adding, "I will indefinitely postpone the publication commemorative event and contribute to the recovery efforts."

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