County Governor Kang Jin-won Holds Meeting with Merchants of Gangjin-eup Market

Discussion on Measures to Revitalize Merchants and Traditional Markets

[Gangjin=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su] On the 30th, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do held a meeting to revitalize the traditional market at Ogamtong Market in Gangjin-eup, attended by Woo Hyung-geun, chairman of the Gangjin-eup Market Merchants Association, and about 10 executives and members.

This meeting was organized to encourage market merchants who have been struggling due to the recent opening of large marts and rising prices, and to discuss ways to restore vitality to the traditional market.

The Gangjin-eup Market Merchants Association has been making various efforts to revitalize the local commercial district by conducting a ‘Chuseok Appreciation and Prize Event’ on market days from August 29 to September 9, including gift certificate giveaways and prize draws.

Chairman Woo Hyung-geun said, “Please strive to prepare effective support measures to revive the traditional market, which is the cornerstone of the local economy,” suggesting measures such as renovation of aging market facilities and support for traditional market events.

In response, Gangjin-gun Governor Kang Jin-won said, “We will carefully examine the difficulties and suggestions felt on site and prepare improvement plans,” adding, “Gangjin-gun will actively participate in efforts to improve the facilities and innovate management of Gangjin-eup Market.”

Gangjin=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su gabrielw@asiae.co.kr

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