Park Wansu, Governor of Gyeongnam, "Will Enhance Competitiveness of Forest Cooperatives and Support Regional Forestry Development"

Governor Park Wansu of Gyeongnam Province and heads of local forestry cooperatives attended a meeting related to the forestry cooperatives.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Seryeong] On the 10th, Park Wansu, Governor of Gyeongnam Province, met with heads of forest cooperatives in the province to discuss cooperation plans regarding the promotion of forest management and the increase of forest productivity.

The meeting was attended by Governor Park, Kang Juho, Head of the Busan-Ulsan-Gyeongnam Regional Headquarters of the Korea Forest Cooperative Federation, and heads of local forest cooperatives from 15 cities and counties within the province.

The attendees shared opinions on ▲ the development of forest cooperatives to increase the income of forest owners and forestry workers ▲ strengthening the role of forest cooperatives and support measures.

They also listened to and discussed current issues related to the smooth promotion of forest projects.

At the meeting, the forest cooperatives proposed plans for promoting erosion control projects, expanding support for forest management guidance activities, revitalizing eco-friendly wood processing facilities, and contributing to green growth through joint efforts to achieve carbon neutrality goals.

Governor Park said, “The role of forest cooperatives is important for improving the income of forest owners and forestry workers who utilize forests covering 66% of the province’s area and for revitalizing private forest management,” adding, “The province will also strive to strengthen the competitiveness of forest cooperatives and promote the development of forestry in our region.”

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