The Yeongcheon City Association of Korean Rural Leaders (Chairman Kwon Kwon-ok) held the 2024 ‘Yeongcheon City Rural Leaders One Mind Conference’ on the 30th at the Yeongcheon Living Gymnasium with 450 people, including rural leader members, in attendance.
This day’s event was held under the theme of ‘A bright future for Yeongcheon agriculture, rural leaders take the lead!’, and the rural leader members pledged their resolve to take the lead in each community and do their part for a bright future for Yeongcheon agriculture, and awarded outstanding members. Various events were held to unite members, including awarding commendations.
In addition, they raised a slogan showing the members’ will to attract Daegu military base to Yeongcheon and donated a scholarship to the Yeongcheon Market Society to contribute to the educational development of future generations.
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok emphasized the unity of the rural leader members, saying, “Let us create sustainable Yeongcheon agriculture where rural leaders can play a pivotal role in the local community and pass on excellent resources to the next generation.”
Yeongcheon Mayor Choi Ki-moon said, “The leading role of rural leader members is important for stabilizing farm income in difficult environments such as low birth rate and aging population, etc.” and “Yeongcheon City is coping with difficult situations through various customized support policies and overseas market development.” “We will spare no effort in making continuous investments to get through this.”
Meanwhile, Yeongcheon City (Mayor Choi Ki-moon) invited local journalists to the Yeongcheon Oriental Medicine Village seminar room on the 30th and briefed them on the achievements and future plans of major projects under the Culture, Tourism and Welfare Bureau.
The event was attended by about 40 people, including Director Lee Min-cheol of the Culture, Tourism and Welfare Bureau, department heads of the Culture, Tourism and Welfare Bureau, and local journalists, and was conducted in the order of explanation of major projects and Q&A.
At this event, Director Lee Min-cheol of the Culture, Tourism and Welfare Department said: △ Status of construction of Yeongcheon City Museum △ Promotion of Bohyeonsan Dam Suspension Bridge as a tourist attraction △ Promotion of Gyeongbuk Complex Resource Circulation Cluster △ Status of construction of senior welfare center △ Installation of base-type integrated care center △ Yeongcheon-type life cycle The current status of the project and future plans for establishing a separate care system were explained.
Lee Min-cheol, Director of the Culture, Tourism and Welfare Bureau, said, “We will concentrate all administrative power to ensure that the policies we are pushing forward are completed within the planned period, and we will strive to provide high-quality cultural, tourism and welfare services to citizens.” He said, “We will continue to communicate actively with the media to secure trust by delivering quick and clear information to citizens and further serve as a foundation for successful municipal administration.”
Meanwhile, Yeongcheon City has been holding communication briefings with journalists regularly since last August and is working to promote city administration and strengthen communication.
Economy Queen Reporter Hongmi Kim / Photo Yeongcheon City
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Interview with Chairman Kwon Ki-ok of the Yeongcheon City Association of Korean Rural Leaders
Time.news Editor: Good afternoon, Chairman Kwon. Thank you for joining us today. The recent ‘Yeongcheon City Rural Leaders One Mind Conference’ was a significant event. Can you tell us more about its importance?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Good afternoon! Thank you for having me. The conference was a pivotal gathering for us rural leaders. With 450 attendees, it showcased our collective commitment to enhancing the future of Yeongcheon’s agriculture. The theme, “A bright future for Yeongcheon agriculture, rural leaders take the lead!” encapsulated our shared vision.
Time.news Editor: It sounds inspiring! What specific actions or initiatives were discussed at the conference to drive this vision forward?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: We emphasized community leadership. Rural leaders committed to actively leading initiatives within their communities to foster agricultural innovation and sustainability. We also awarded outstanding members to recognize their contributions, highlighting the importance of unity and hard work among us.
Time.news Editor: Unity seems essential in tackling the challenges facing rural areas, especially given current demographic issues like low birth rates and an aging population. How are you planning to address these challenges as a group?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Absolutely. We recognize that rural vitality is crucial. The role of rural leaders becomes even more important in stabilizing farm incomes and ensuring community resilience. We are collaborating with local government to implement customized support policies and explore avenues for overseas market development.
Time.news Editor: Mayor Choi Ki-moon emphasized similar sentiments during the conference. Can you share more about how the city plans to support these initiatives?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Mayor Choi is committed to investing in our rural sector. He spoke about various support policies tailored to our needs and assured us that continuous investments would be made. This strategic partnership with the city ensures we can better navigate the tough economic environment affecting agriculture.
Time.news Editor: One of the intriguing aspects of the conference was the commitment to attract the Daegu military base to Yeongcheon. How do you see that impacting local agriculture and the community?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Attracting the military base could lead to significant economic growth and diversification of our community. It would create new opportunities for local businesses and potentially increase demand for agricultural products. We believe this initiative can help stabilize and enhance rural development in Yeongcheon.
Time.news Editor: It’s great to see such proactive initiatives. The donation to the Yeongcheon Market Society for educational development also stood out. How important is educational investment for the future of agriculture in Yeongcheon?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Education is vital. By investing in future generations, we’re nurturing a new wave of agricultural leaders and innovators. Knowledge transfer is crucial for sustainable practices and technological advancements in agriculture. We believe this investment is an investment in our community’s future.
Time.news Editor: Thank you for sharing such valuable insights, Chairman Kwon. It’s reassuring to see the commitment towards creating a brighter future for Yeongcheon’s agriculture and community. Any final thoughts you’d like to share?
Chairman Kwon Ki-ok: Thank you for this opportunity! I want to emphasize that the strength of Yeongcheon lies in its people. Together, as rural leaders and community members, we are dedicated to nurturing sustainable agriculture and a thriving future for all. Let’s continue to work hand in hand for our shared vision!
Time.news Editor: Thank you once again, Chairman Kwon. We look forward to seeing how these efforts unfold in Yeongcheon!