Ulleung County Holds 2026 Resident Participatory Budget On-site Public Hearing
Realizing Direct Democracy in Fiscal Policy
Ulleung County in North Gyeongsang Province, led by Governor Nam Han-gwon, held the "2026 Resident Participatory Budget On-site Public Hearing" in town and township meeting rooms on September 8 and 9, 2025.
Public Hearing on Resident Participatory Budget Held (Bukmyeon). Provided by Ulleung County
View original imageThe resident participatory budget system is a policy that allows residents to directly participate in the proposal, review, and selection processes of the budget.
Through this public hearing, Ulleung County provided an opportunity for residents to discuss and decide on projects needed in their communities.
Approximately 100 projects were proposed during the public hearing. Major proposals included projects for improving the living environment, road and river maintenance, and reinforcement of hazardous areas.
Hot Picks Today
!["Rather Than Endure a 1.5 Million KRW Stipend, I'd Rather Earn 500 Million in the U.S." Top Talent from SNU and KAIST Are Leaving [Scientists Are Disappearing] ①](https://cwcontent.asiae.co.kr/asiaresize/93/2026051914165468840_1779167814.png)
"Rather Than Endure a 1.5 Million KRW Stipend, I'd Rather Earn 500 Million in the U.S." Top Talent from SNU and KAIST Are Leaving [Scientists Are Disappearing] ①
- "You Might Regret Not Buying Now"... Overseas Retail Investors Stirred by News of Record-Breaking Monster Stocks' IPOs
- "Not Jealous of Winning the Lottery"... Entire Village Stunned as 200 Million Won Jackpot of Wild Ginseng Cluster Discovered at Jirisan
- National Participation Growth Fund Sales Begin on May 22... Up to 200 Million Won Per Person, 5-Year Redemption Restriction
- "How Did an Employee Who Loved Samsung End Up Like This?"... Past Video of Samsung Electronics Union Chairman Resurfaces
Governor Nam Han-gwon stated, "Through the resident participatory budget system, where residents directly propose and decide on the budget needed for their region, civic engagement in administration will be enhanced, providing an opportunity for further development of county governance."
Public Hearing on Resident Participatory Budget (Written). Provided by Ulleung County
View original image© The Asia Business Daily(www.asiae.co.kr). All rights reserved.
