Namyangju Mayor-elect Choi Hyunduk: "I Will Usher in an Era of Civic Sovereignty"

Pledges for Transportation Innovation and Establishment of the Wangsuk Advanced Cluster

In the 9th nationwide simultaneous local elections, Choi Hyunduk, candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea, defeated Joo Kwangdeok of the People Power Party to become the ninth popularly elected mayor of Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province.

Choi Hyunduk, the Mayor-Elect of Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province, is celebrating with local district lawmakers and supporters after his election was confirmed on the 4th. Photo provided by Mayor-Elect Choi Hyunduk

As of 4:30 a.m. on June 4, Choi secured victory in the Namyangju mayoral race with 197,733 votes, representing 56.25% of the total, with the vote counting rate at 99.95%.

Choi said, "I will usher in a true era of civic sovereignty, where citizens are the true owners of the city," adding, "I sincerely thank all the citizens who chose me in this election."

He continued, "I will keep in mind the significance of every single precious vote cast by citizens and lead the city government with even greater humility," emphasizing, "I will communicate with citizens, seek answers in the field, and make sure that citizens' voices are at the center of Namyangju's administration."

In particular, he presented resolving the city's major transportation issues as the top priority. Choi stated, "I will help citizens reclaim the time lost to commuting," and pledged, "By expanding the rapid transit network and improving accessibility to Seoul, I will dramatically enhance the quality of life for our citizens."

He also outlined future growth strategies centered on Wangsuk New Town. Choi said, "I will make Wangsuk New Town the growth engine that leads Namyangju into the future," adding, "By establishing the Wangsuk Advanced Cluster, which will house advanced manufacturing based on data, artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, and energy convergence industries, we will create quality jobs and complete a self-sustaining economic city where companies and young people grow together."

Choi also emphasized his commitment to revitalizing the local economy. He stated, "I will pay close attention to the lives of small business owners and ordinary citizens struggling due to high interest rates and the economic downturn," and announced plans to expand tailored support policies and promote the establishment of the 'Namyangju Citizen Bank.' Through this, he aims to build a financial safety net for small business owners and financially vulnerable groups.

He also highlighted the importance of civic unity following the election. Choi said, "The election is over, and now is the time for integration to build a united Namyangju," adding, "Both those who supported me and those who made a different choice are all precious citizens of Namyangju. I will be a mayor for all 740,000 citizens, not just a mayor for some."

Choi pledged, "I will faithfully keep my promises to citizens and devote all my passion and capabilities to making Namyangju a better and happier city," adding, "I will always seek answers in the field and communicate with citizens to achieve a great transformation for Namyangju."

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