Gangwon Province and Ruling-Opposition Lawmakers Join Hands Across the Aisle for Wonju’s Future Industries

Governor Kim Jin-tae Meets with Lawmakers Park Jungha and Song Kiheon
Cooperation on Attracting Gangwon R&D Special Zone Headquarters and Public Institutions to Wonju
Governor Kim: "Challenges for Gangwon's Development Must Be Addressed Together, Be

On January 9, Kim Jin-tae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, met with National Assembly members Park Jeongha (People Power Party, Wonju Gap) and Song Kiheon (Democratic Party, Wonju Eul) at the provincial government’s Trade Consultation Office to discuss key local issues and agreed to strengthen bipartisan cooperation between the ruling and opposition parties.

Kim Jin-tae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, met with National Assembly members Park Jeongha (People Power Party, Wonju Gap) and Song Kiheon (Democratic Party, Wonju Eul) on the 9th at the provincial government’s Trade Consultation Office to discuss key local issues and took a commemorative photo. Provided by Gangwon Province

The main agenda items discussed that day included: ▲ Designation of the Gangwon Research and Development Special Zone headquarters in Wonju ▲ Cooperation for prioritizing Wonju in the second phase of public institution relocations ▲ Support for establishing a digital-based advanced medical complex ▲ Support for transitioning Gangwon’s medical industry to AX (Advanced Experience) ▲ Re-examining the development approach for the Livestock Breeding Farm and Dreamland sites ▲ Attracting a quasi-veterans hospital, among other matters related to fostering future industries and addressing local issues.

Regarding the Gangwon Research and Development Special Zone headquarters, Governor Kim explained that synergy among the three major hub cities-Chuncheon, Wonju, and Gangneung-will determine the successful establishment of the special zone. He stated that they are considering comprehensive location conditions to enable efficient support, such as transportation accessibility and inter-zone connectivity.

Concerning the second phase of public institution relocations, it was agreed that, once the government finalizes its relocation plan this year, they will actively cooperate in accordance with government policy.

The additional designation of an advanced medical complex is also reflected in the third amendment to the Gangwon Special Act, and they agreed to work closely together to advance the medical device industry in Gangwon. In addition, regarding the 580 billion won Gangwon Medical AX Industry project currently being promoted by the province, Governor Kim expressed his intention to proceed smoothly with the project based on the 1 billion won planning budget included in this year’s national budget.

National Assembly members Park Jeongha and Song Kiheon stated, "The issues facing Wonju are closely linked to the future of Gangwon Province," adding, "In particular, we must work together to develop strategies that leverage the unique characteristics of each region to secure nationwide competitiveness."

Governor Kim said, "The issues discussed this time are challenges that must be addressed together for the development of Gangwon Province, regardless of party affiliation," and added, "I will do my utmost, working closely with the National Assembly members and Wonju City, so that Wonju can become a key hub for Gangwon’s future industries."