Choi Chi-hyun Officially Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Gwangsan District, Gwangju

"Leading Administration Uprightly, Fostering Healthy Political Growth"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Choi Chi-hyun, former administrative officer of the Moon Jae-in administration's Blue House, held a press conference on the morning of the 17th at the Citizens Communication Room on the first floor of the Gwangju Metropolitan Council and officially declared his candidacy for the Gwangsan District Mayor election.

Former administrative officer Choi stated, "The presidential election victory we so longed for was thwarted," and added, "Having worked at the Blue House during the Moon Jae-in administration and tirelessly campaigned for candidate Lee Jae-myung's election, I couldn't sleep for several days."

He continued, "A strong local government is essential to withstand the anticipated oppression from the central government, and the local government, which is closest to the lives of the sovereign people, will be the frontline of politics. I, Choi Chi-hyun, am confident that with my 'excellent problem-solving skills,' I will carry out the duties of Gwangsan District Mayor, lead the administration properly, and foster healthy political growth."

He also said, "As the head of the Open Civil Complaints Office in Gwangsan District during the 5th and 6th terms of the elected government, I mediated and resolved chronic conflicts and sharp confrontations. Having served as an administrative officer at the Blue House during the Moon Jae-in administration and as a policy advisor at the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, I have learned and trained in central politics and Korea's highest administration," emphasizing, "Choi Chi-hyun is qualified as the best problem solver and representative worker for Gwangsan District."

In particular, former administrative officer Choi promised seven core pledges to make a "younger Gwangsan" more innovative: ▲ Practicing carbon neutrality starting from the public sector ▲ A cleaner and happier Gwangsan District alongside rivers ▲ Creating a democratic foundation through the restoration of residents' autonomy capabilities ▲ Improving and expanding cultural, sports, and exchange infrastructure ▲ Guaranteeing the right of all residents to live with dignity ▲ Presenting a new model of local government support in the 'With Corona' era ▲ Transforming the advantages of Gwangsan District as a rural-urban complex multicultural city into regional competitiveness.

He diagnosed, "Gwangsan District is a space of rainbow-colored diversity where rural and urban areas, foreigners and natives, youth and elders, traditional manufacturing and advanced industries mesh like gears, giving vitality to Gwangsan."

He added, "I will build upon the achievements of the 5th and 6th elected governments, during which I worked in Gwangsan District, as well as the current 7th term, further developing them and meticulously supplementing any shortcomings to establish a foundation for demonstrating the best autonomy in the nation."

Meanwhile, former administrative officer Choi studied at Gwangju University and Korea University. He worked as president of the Gwangju University Student Council and secretary-general of the Gwangju-Jeonnam Conscience Prisoners Support Association, engaging as an activist in unification and human rights movements within the progressive camp.

He served as head of the Open Civil Complaints Office in Gwangsan District during the 5th and 6th elected governments, administrative officer at the Blue House during the Moon Jae-in administration, and policy advisor to the Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, gaining a reputation as a conflict mediation expert by mediating and resolving various social conflicts including labor and environmental issues.

Currently, he is the director of the Together Gwangju Research Institute, vice chairman of the Democratic Party's Strategic Planning Committee, and vice chairman of the Democratic Party's Gwangju Metropolitan City Party, actively continuing his work in the local community for the companionship and empathy of residents.

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