Gyeonggi Governor Choo Mi-ae: "Gyeonggi Security Is National Security... No Room for Complacency"

Emergency Readiness Reviewed on First Day of Eulji Exercise

“Resident Protection Comes First... Administrative Functions Must Continue Even in Wartime”

Gyeonggi Province Governor Choo Mi-ae stated on the 18th, “The ordinary lives of our residents can only be protected on the firm foundation of strong security,” and called for the establishment of thorough emergency preparedness.

Gyeonggi Province Governor Chu Mi-ae urged the establishment of a thorough emergency preparedness posture during the "2026 Eulji Exercise Initial Situation Report Meeting" held at the Comprehensive Exhibition Situation Room on the morning of the 18th. Provided by Gyeonggi Province

During the “First Situation Report Meeting of the 2026 Eulji Exercise” held at the Exhibition Comprehensive Situation Room at 8:00 a.m. on that day, Governor Choo remarked, “The security of Gyeonggi Province is the security of the Republic of Korea,” adding, “There must be no negligence, even for a moment, when it comes to security.”

Governor Choo also stated, “The Eulji Exercise is an important process for checking our crisis response capabilities and reinforcing the national emergency preparedness posture by having the government, private sector, and military take part in realistic training, in order to prepare for wartime or national emergencies.”

She went on to say, “As a border region and the most populous area in the country, Gyeonggi Province is a critical security stronghold, hosting more than 50% of the nation’s key national and military facilities, as well as military power.”

Governor Choo requested, “During the four-day, three-night Eulji Exercise, ensure complete preparedness for emergency situations in wartime. Respond swiftly and decisively according to each functional contingency plan, with the protection of residents as top priority.” She added, “Also, please make thorough preparations so that administrative functions do not cease even in wartime.”

Additionally, she stated, “Make every effort to guarantee that administrative functions continue during wartime by responding quickly and decisively according to each functional contingency plan, always putting resident safety first. I hope that the successful conclusion of this Eulji Exercise will serve as an opportunity for Gyeonggi Province’s crisis management capabilities to take a step forward.”

The Eulji Exercise is a government-wide emergency preparedness drill conducted to protect the lives and property of citizens in the event of national emergencies, such as war or terrorism.

Gyeonggi Province Governor Choo Mi-ae urged the establishment of a thorough emergency preparedness posture during the "First Situation Briefing Meeting for the 2026 Eulji Exercise" held at the Exhibition Comprehensive Situation Room on the morning of the 18th. Provided by Gyeonggi Province

On this day, Gyeonggi Province will conduct an emergency call-up of public officials, organize the wartime organizational structure, and carry out evacuation drills for residents in border areas. On the 19th, a province-level practical drill focusing on the protection of North Korean refugees will be held at the Hwaseong City Agricultural Technology Center. On the 20th, a nationwide civil defense drill in preparation for air raids will take place.

If an air raid warning is issued, residents must evacuate to the nearest shelter, subway station, underground parking lot, or underground space within large buildings. Drivers of vehicles in operation should follow the guidance of training personnel, cooperate with traffic control measures, and participate in the drill by clearing the way for fire trucks, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles.

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