Kim Minsu, Chungnam Provincial Council Member, Announces Candidacy for Buyeo County Governor... Declares a New Era for Buyeo

"A Cultural and Economic City Combining Baekje History, Tourism, and Agri-Tech"
Five Key Strategies Proposed, Including 600 Billion Won Tourism Economy, National Cemetery, and Medical Center Branch

Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Minsu of Chungnam Provincial Assembly announced on the 4th that he will run for the position of Buyeo County Governor in the upcoming local elections in June.

Kim Minsu, a member of the Chungnam Provincial Council from the Democratic Party of Korea, officially announced his candidacy for the Buyeo County Governor election in the June 3 local elections on March 4, 2026.

Assemblyman Kim presented a vision of a "cultural and economic city" that combines Baekje history, tourism, and advanced agricultural technology, stating, "I will open a new era for Buyeo, turning its potential into reality."

On the same day, at a press conference held in the Seodong briefing room at Buyeo County Office, Assemblyman Kim declared, "I will embark on a journey to discover and realize Buyeo's infinite potential," setting forth a vision for "a small but strong cultural and economic city and a new era for Buyeo."

He emphasized, "Buyeo County is facing the crisis of local extinction due to population decline and aging." Nonetheless, he added, "It is a city with infinite potential, including the 1,500-year history of Baekje's capital Sabi, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the fertile farmland created by the Baekmagang River."

He further stated, "For those who see the energy hidden behind crises, every crisis is an opportunity," adding, "Transforming this potential into reality is what defines leadership."

Assemblyman Kim highlighted his achievements as a Chungnam Provincial Council member, including attracting the National Cemetery and establishing the Buyeo branch of Gongju Medical Center. He pledged, "With practical leadership, experience proven in the field, network leadership connecting Chungnam Province and the central government, and unifying leadership that bridges conservatives and progressives, I will usher in a new era for Buyeo."

He also presented five strategies to transform Buyeo into a "cultural and economic city."

Assemblyman Kim stated, "We will utilize Baekje's history and culture as economic assets by producing digital content based on Baekje stories for a global audience and using '123 Sabi Village' as a central hub."

He added, "Aiming to achieve 600 billion won in tourism economy, we will shift the tourism structure from being focused merely on visits to one centered on stay and consumption."

He plans to expand stay-type tourism programs such as the Baekmagang River night cruise and Hanok Village stay, and foster the 123 Sabi Craft Village as a hub for K-traditional crafts.

In addition, he pledged to establish an agri-tech hub by utilizing Buyeo's agricultural foundation.

Assemblyman Kim plans to attract startups developing smart farms, precision agriculture, and eco-friendly agricultural technologies, aiming to make Buyeo a center for innovation in agricultural technology.

He also stated his commitment to complete the projects he has pursued, including attracting the National Cemetery and establishing the Buyeo branch of Gongju Medical Center, in order to strengthen the recognition of national merit recipients and the health rights of county residents.

He proposed to expand funeral welfare by developing a modern memorial park equipped with facilities such as renovated cemeteries, columbaria, and natural burial grounds.

Assemblyman Kim said, "I will carry on the achievements of County Governor Park Jeonghyeon, such as the national model of Goodtrae Pay, the first introduction of farmers' allowance in Chungnam, the achievement of 4 million tourists, and the creation of general industrial complexes," adding, "I will nurture the seeds of hope into greater fruits."

Meanwhile, Assemblyman Kim Minsu currently serves as a special advisor to the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea and as an advisor to the Presidential Committee for Balanced National Development.

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