Sang-ik Lee, Elected Hampyeong County Governor, to Lead the 8th Civilian Administration with an Overwhelming Victory

Honoring the Overwhelming Support of Residents, Leading a United and Prosperous Hampyeong

A Time of Great Transformation for Hampyeong's Leap Forward... Promising Industrial Revitalization and Job Creation

Lee Sang-ik, elected mayor of Hampyeong County from the Democratic Party of Korea.

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Lee Sang-ik, the Democratic Party candidate for Hampyeong County Governor, was confirmed elected in the June 1 local elections, leading the Hampyeong county administration for the 8th term following his victory in the by-election during the 7th term.

On the 1st, Lee Sang-ik, the elected Hampyeong County Governor, expressed his gratitude, saying, “I sincerely thank the residents who entrusted me once again with the heavy responsibility of being the Hampyeong County Governor through overwhelming support and encouragement.”

He said, “The overwhelming support throughout the election period is a stern mandate to create a harmonious and prosperous Hampyeong, and I will faithfully heed the will of the residents. I believe this is the result of the high recognition of the county administration over the past two years, and from now on, I promise to listen carefully, communicate diligently, and devote myself entirely to the residents and the development of Hampyeong with a humble attitude.”

He continued, “Hampyeong County is on the verge of a major transformation for a leap forward,” and declared his commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises: “With the prompt completion of the relocation of the Kumho Tire factory and the development of the Bitgreen Industrial Complex as a hub for the automobile industry, we will improve the county’s structure from agriculture-centered to industry-centered and ensure no negligence in creating jobs.”

He also stated, “To protect farmers suffering from chronic damage in agricultural product distribution, we will not neglect efforts to improve the distribution structure of agricultural, livestock, and fishery products and to solve the chronic labor shortage problem in agriculture and rural areas, thereby creating prosperous rural communities.” He added, “Furthermore, to revitalize the local economy through tourism, we will focus on promoting the establishment of stay-type tourist complexes.”

Finally, Lee said, “I will become a capable and honest county governor who does not disgrace the honor of the residents who trusted and chose me,” and added, “I also thank those who devoted themselves as if it were their own work for my election and the volunteers who worked tirelessly day and night.”

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