Gwangju Buk-gu Wins Ministerial Award at Korea Local Autonomy Management Competition

Recognized for Establishing Drone Industry Development Infrastructure in Regional Economy Sector as the 'Only One in Gwangju'

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Buk-gu, Gwangju City announced on the 15th that it was the only district in Gwangju to receive the Minister of the Interior and Safety Award in the regional economy category at the '18th Korea Local Autonomy Management Competition.'

The Local Autonomy Management Competition is an annual event held by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to select and share excellent policies of local governments, aiming to improve the quality of life of local residents and contribute to national development. This year, excellent policies were selected in seven categories including regional economy, culture and tourism, and agricultural and specialty products.

Among them, Buk-gu's submission, 'Establishment of Infrastructure for Drone Industry Development,' was recognized as an excellent case in the regional economy category.

It received high evaluations for efforts to build infrastructure for a free drone flight environment, including the only drone park in the Honam region, a special drone free zone, the first permanent drone practical test site in a metropolitan city, and the establishment of the Onbitnuri Drone Center.

Additionally, the district was praised for expanding the base of drone leisure through hosting various events such as the National Drone Soccer Competition and operating systematic educational programs for training professional personnel.

In particular, it was evaluated that the selection as a drone demonstration city and support for excellent technology demonstration and model commercialization through technology development projects strengthened the competitiveness of the local drone industry.

Mayor Moon In said, "This award is the result of active efforts by entrepreneurs, related organizations, and public officials to foster drones as a regional innovative industry," adding, "We will continue to do our best to foster the drone industry by expanding drone infrastructure and base, and supporting excellent companies."

Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong ks7664@asiae.co.kr

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