Uijeongbu Mayoral Candidate Kim Wongi’s First Move After Primary: Focus on Public Livelihood with Underground Mall Visit

Kim Wongi, the preliminary candidate for mayor of Uijeongbu from the Democratic Party of Korea, visited the underground shopping mall at Uijeongbu Station and the merchants' association on the 27th as his first official schedule after completing the primary election, meeting merchants directly to listen to the voices from the field of public livelihood.

Kim Wonki, a preliminary candidate for the mayor of Uijeongbu from the Democratic Party of Korea, visited the Uijeongbu Station underground shopping center and the merchants' association on the 27th as his first official schedule after the primary election, meeting directly with merchants to listen to voices from the field of public livelihood. Photo provided by candidate Kim Wonki

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On this day, candidate Kim toured various parts of the Uijeongbu Station underground shopping mall, attentively listening to the challenges faced by merchants who are struggling due to the economic downturn and declining consumption. He also exchanged a range of ideas on revitalizing the local economy.

The merchants appealed that their sales have significantly decreased due to the ongoing economic recession, the expansion of online consumption, and a reduction in foot traffic, emphasizing the need for practical support measures. In particular, they requested the expansion of local currency, improvements in parking and transportation accessibility, and continuous administrative support to boost business districts.

In response, candidate Kim stressed, "The most important starting point for revitalizing Uijeongbu’s economy is protecting the livelihoods of local merchants, neighborhood business districts, and traditional markets," adding, "Policies for public livelihood that citizens can truly feel must be the top priority."

He further stated, "We need municipal administration that small business owners can relate to, not just for show," and pledged, "I will breathe new life into the local economy through practical policies such as expanding local currency, introducing a public delivery app, and strengthening support for small businesses."

Additionally, candidate Kim emphasized that the area around Uijeongbu Station must become not just a transportation hub, but the central axis driving the local economy. He also mentioned the need for urban regeneration strategies that connect foot traffic to consumption, as well as improvements in transportation infrastructure.

Candidate Kim said, "After completing the primary election, I wanted my first visit to be where the lives of citizens are. To transform Uijeongbu into a city that produces and creates, rather than just consumes, I will work together with citizens to find the answers."

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