Acting Minister of Public Administration in Gogi-dong Meets with Vice Chairman of Provincial Association: "Strengthening Local Cooperation"

Second Meeting Following Yoo Jeongbok, President of the Association (Mayor of Incheon)

Acting Minister of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, Ko Gidong, met with Choi Minho, Mayor of Sejong Special Self-Governing City and Vice President of the Korea Association of Provincial Governors, to discuss cooperation measures between the central and local governments.

After meeting with Yoo Jeongbok, President of the Association of Provincial Governors (Mayor of Incheon), on the 10th, Acting Minister Ko communicated with Vice President Choi at Sejong City Hall on the 16th. Previously, Acting Minister Ko promised to strengthen communication and cooperation during his meeting with President Yoo.

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First, Acting Minister Ko expressed his gratitude for the active role local governments are playing in stabilizing the livelihoods of residents amid high domestic and international uncertainties.

He then suggested, "The path to improving livelihoods lies in the local areas," and proposed, "Let us seek ways to further solidify cooperation between the central and local governments to enhance regional economic vitality and support vulnerable groups for livelihood stability."

Vice President Choi stated, "The more difficult the situation, the more we must prepare for the future without wavering," adding, "Based on close ties with the central government, we will cooperate for the lives and happiness of citizens, as well as the future of Korea and the regions."

On this occasion, Acting Minister Ko and Vice President Choi agreed to take active roles in strengthening cooperation between the central government and local governments.

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