Injung Kim of Jeonnam Provincial Assembly: "Traditional Culture Is the Root of K-Culture... Creating New Value"

Traditional Culture Industry Promotion Ordinance Passes Standing Committee

The Jeonnam Provincial Assembly announced on June 9 that the "Jeollanam-do Traditional Culture Industry Promotion Ordinance," proposed by Injung Kim (Democratic Party of Korea, Jindo), has recently passed a review by the relevant standing committee.

This ordinance was established to discover and nurture Jeonnam's unique traditional arts and lifestyles as cultural industry resources, thereby expanding cultural enjoyment opportunities for residents and promoting the revitalization of the local economy.

Injung Kim, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member

The ordinance includes specific measures for the promotion of the traditional culture industry, such as establishing a basic plan for systematic development, conducting surveys, creating infrastructure, supporting startups, developing and producing products, and building distribution networks. In addition, it aims to expand opportunities for residents and tourists to directly experience Jeonnam's traditional arts and lifestyles through tourism, education, hands-on programs, and various events linked to traditional culture.

Kim stated, "Seopyeonje, Jindo Arirang, the Namjonghwa style of Sochi Heo Ryeon, and Jeonnam's culinary culture all embody the unique spirit and sentiment of the Namdo region," adding, "Traditional culture is no longer just a heritage to be preserved; it is an asset capable of creating new industrial value as the root of K-culture." She further expressed hope that "the Traditional Culture Industry Promotion Ordinance will serve as a foundation for fostering new industries based on Jeonnam's outstanding cultural heritage."

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