Choi Chan-wook Elected as Speaker for the Second Half of Jeonbuk Provincial Assembly

O Pyung-geun Elected as Vice Speaker

[Jeonju=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Han-ho] Choi Chan-wook was elected as the chairman of the 11th Jeollabuk-do Provincial Council's second half term.

The council held the 390th extraordinary session on the 26th and announced that through a by-election for the chairman and vice-chairman positions vacated due to the June 1 local elections, Councilor Choi Chan-wook (Jeonju 10) was elected chairman, and Councilor Oh Pyeong-geun (Jeonju 2) was elected vice-chairman.

Chairman Choi said, "Although the term of the 11th Provincial Council is running out, considering the status of the council that has gone through many ups and downs, it is more necessary than ever to finish well," adding, "During the remaining period, I will do my best to successfully conclude the 11th council and prepare smoothly for the opening of the 12th council."

He continued, "Drawing on my experience and capabilities from six terms in the Jeonju City Council, serving as city council chairman, chairman of the Environment and Welfare Committee of the provincial council, and chairman of the Ethics Special Committee, I will dedicate myself to ensuring that the end of the 11th council becomes a stage of harmony based on communicative leadership."

Vice Chairman Oh Pyeong-geun said, "Although the 11th council has little time left, there must be no gap in the duties of the chairman and vice-chairman," and added, "I will make every effort so that the brilliant legislative activities of the council members are proudly recorded in the hall of public opinion and that the 12th council opens with the trust of the residents."

Jeonju=Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Han-ho stonepeak@asiae.co.kr

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