Gyeongnam Provincial Council Members' Office Building Opens ... Individual Research Offices and Residents' Performance Hall Established

Chairman Choi Hakbeom:
"An Open Space for Resident-Centered Communication"

The Gyeongnam Provincial Council Members' Office Building opened its doors on June 5, 2025.

On this day, the council held the opening ceremony for the members' office building after concluding the 2nd plenary session of the 424th regular meeting.

Attendees are cutting the congratulatory tape at the opening ceremony of the Gyeongnam Provincial Council Members' Office Building. Photo by Lee Seryeong

The opening ceremony was attended by Chairman Choi Hakbeom of the Provincial Council, council members, Governor Park Wansu of Gyeongnam, Superintendent Park Jonghun of Education, and related officials, all of whom celebrated the opening of the members' office building.

The event began with the planting of an Osmanthus fragrans tree, symbolizing "abundance," as a commemorative tree.

Afterwards, a video highlighting the construction process and significance of the new office building was shown at the Provincial Residents' Performance Hall, and plaques of appreciation were presented to distinguished companies that contributed to the construction in areas such as architecture, electricity, telecommunications, and design.

Chairman Choi, council members, Governor Park, and Superintendent Park gathered in front of the office building to cut a multicolored ribbon, marking the official opening and symbolizing a new beginning.

Chairman Hakbeom Choi of the Gyeongnam Provincial Council delivers a commemorative speech at the opening ceremony of the council members' office building. Photo by Seryeong Lee

Chairman Choi stated, "With the opening of the members' office building, we are leaving a new mark in the history of the Provincial Council," adding, "This place will become an open space for communication centered on the residents."

He continued, "The newly opened office building is expected to not only enhance the efficiency of council members' legislative activities and create a pleasant working environment, but also serve as a catalyst for improving the quality of life and happiness index of the residents."

Governor Park said, "For over 30 years, council members have carried out their legislative duties without a dedicated office building, and I recognize the efforts involved," adding, "Even in the National Assembly, the members' office building is often busier than the main building, and I expect the same here."

He went on to say, "I hope that, with this opening, research and policy studies that better reflect the will of the residents will become even more active. I am confident that the Provincial Council will continue to earn the love and trust of the residents, and I wish Chairman Choi and all council members continued success."

Superintendent Park stated, "A valuable space has been created for the Provincial Council to realize greater aspirations as the house of the people's will," adding, "It will become a new hub for shaping the future of Gyeongnam and a space of hope for realizing the happiness of the residents."

He also said, "With this opening ceremony, I hope the Provincial Council will continue to develop, get even closer to the residents, and become a powerful driving force for the advancement of Gyeongnam."

Chairman Choi Hakbeom of the Gyeongnam Provincial Council, Governor Park Wansu of Gyeongnam, and Superintendent Park Jonghun of Education are taking a commemorative photo after planting a tree to celebrate the opening ceremony of the Gyeongnam Provincial Council Members' Hall. Photo by Lee Seryeong

The Gyeongnam Provincial Council Members' Office Building was completed after 1 year and 7 months of construction, which began in November 2023, at a total cost of 19.1 billion KRW.

The office building was constructed behind the current main building, on the site of the provincial government sports field, and consists of one underground floor and three above-ground floors, with a total area of 350 square meters.

The first floor houses a Provincial Residents' Performance Hall with 204 seats and an exhibition space for artworks by people with disabilities, while the second and third floors contain 46 individual research offices for council members.

Currently, there are 46 members of the Gyeongnam Provincial Council. Previously, one or two members shared a research office in the main building, but with the completion of the new office building, each member will now have an individual research office.

With the construction of the members' office building, the council plans to create additional office space for staff in the expanded main building and establish new convenience facilities for residents.

In addition, construction of a bridge connecting the main building and the members' office building is scheduled to begin soon.