[6.3 Election] Park Wooryang Registers as Shinan County Governor Candidate... Kicks Off Main Race

“Determined to Realize a Greater and More Prosperous Shinan”

Democratic Party candidate Park Wooryang, running for Shinan County Governor, officially registered his candidacy for the 9th nationwide local elections at the Shinan County Election Commission on the morning of May 14, 2026, marking the start of his full-scale campaign.

Candidate Park Woolyang, the Democratic Party candidate for Shinan County. Photo provided by the candidate.

Immediately after registering, Park stated, "The changes and progress in Shinan are valuable achievements made together with the residents," adding, "By winning the trust of the people once again, I will surely realize a greater and more prosperous Shinan."

He emphasized that Shinan has served as a new model for local administration through policies such as renewable energy utilizing sunlight and wind, a basic income for residents, the 'One Island, One Garden' initiative, and the Purple Island project. He added, "Now is the time to achieve an even greater leap forward that all residents can experience, building upon these accomplishments."

In this election, Park is presenting as his key pledges the expansion of the basic income for residents, fostering the offshore wind and renewable energy industries, enhancing the competitiveness of agriculture and fisheries, creating jobs for young people, and expanding welfare services closely related to daily life.

In particular, he is advocating for the establishment of an offshore wind industry belt as a future growth engine for Shinan. Park has previously outlined plans to create an industrial ecosystem that connects the installation, maintenance, equipment, logistics, and support industries for offshore wind, centered around Jido-eup and Anjwa-myeon. He intends to attract related companies and prioritize the employment of young people and local talent, thereby generating jobs.

Park is also continuing to announce pledges to revitalize the local economy. He proposed establishing a new five-day market in Aphae-eup to develop it as a central hub for the region’s economy. Additionally, he revealed plans to transform the former Nonghyup site in Aphae-eup into a lifestyle-oriented economic platform that will integrate agricultural and fishery product sales, attract tourists, and encourage community exchanges.

He stressed, "Elections are a process of evaluating past achievements and choosing a vision for the future," adding, "With proven experience, strong drive, and administrative expertise based on a deep understanding of Shinan, I will be responsible for shaping the next 100 years of Shinan’s future."

After completing his registration, Park and his campaign staff reaffirmed their determination to win, and he plans to tour all areas of Shinan County during the remainder of the campaign period to meet residents directly and seek their support.

Park's campaign stated, "This election is a critical turning point for choosing the right person to ensure sustainable development and improve the quality of life for Shinan residents," and added, "Building on the achievements we have accomplished together with the residents, we will create an even greater Shinan."

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