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National & Local

Last Local Elections Only 5 ‘Survived’ in Gyeonggi Province... Will There Be a Clean Sweep This Time?

In the upcoming local elections in Gyeonggi Province, 30 out of 31 incumbents are vying for re-election amidst expectations of significant turnover based on past electoral trends.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province Assembly to Establish the First Nationwide Ordinance to Support Families of Migrant Workers Who Died from Workplace Accidents

Gyeonggi Province is set to implement a pioneering ordinance providing support for families of migrant workers who die in workplace accidents, addressing gaps in welfare for these families.

Mar 23 • 05:10 UTC
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National & Local

Myeongji University Museum Selected for the 'Museum and Art Gallery Support Project'... Operating Porcelain Culture Inheritance Program

Myeongji University Museum has been selected for a regional linkage category in the 'Museum and Art Gallery Support Project' with funding aimed at preserving and modernizing Gyeonggi Province's porcelain culture.

Mar 23 • 02:14 UTC
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National & Local

Chairman of the Legislative and Judiciary Committee, Choo Mi-ae Resigns Amid Challenges for Governor of Gyeonggi Province

Choo Mi-ae, Chairman of the National Assembly's Legislative and Judiciary Committee, announced her resignation to run for governor of Gyeonggi Province, citing the completion of judicial reform tasks as a key reason for her departure.

Mar 23 • 00:28 UTC
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National & Local

Democratic Party of Gyeonggi Province Confirms Candidates Kim Byeong-wook for Seongnam and Jeong Deok-young for Yangju, 8 Others Set for Primaries

The Democratic Party's Gyeonggi Province party has confirmed Kim Byeong-wook as the candidate for Seongnam mayor and Jeong Deok-young for Yangju mayor, while eight other local candidates will compete in primaries.

Mar 20 • 09:04 UTC
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National & Local

A truck driver died while trying to clear rebar that had fallen from a truck on the highway

A truck driver in his 70s was killed on a highway in South Korea while attempting to clean up fallen rebar from the road.

Mar 20 • 00:15 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province as a 'Presidential Experiment Lab'…Who Will Secure the Advantage for the Next Presidential Run?

Gyeonggi Province is regarded as a miniature version of South Korea, making the Gyeonggi governor a significant figure in the presidential landscape.

Mar 18 • 20:04 UTC
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National & Local

Rooting out 'land speculation'... Gyeonggi Province to conduct comprehensive investigation of farmland usage

Gyeonggi Province will launch an intensive investigation to normalize farmland usage and eliminate land speculation by the middle of the year.

Mar 18 • 06:33 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon directs to prepare 'war supplementary budget'... 'proactive support for people's livelihoods and energy' in line with the government

Kim Dong-yeon, the governor of Gyeonggi Province, has initiated the preparation of a supplementary budget in response to the prolonged effects of the Middle Eastern war, emphasizing support for livelihoods and energy.

Mar 17 • 10:35 UTC
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National & Local

Candidate Ahn Min-seok's Election Committee Files Complaint Against Education Public Workers' Union

Ahn Min-seok's campaign committee has filed a complaint against the Education Public Workers' Union in Gyeonggi Province for alleged violations of the Public Election Act.

Mar 17 • 08:49 UTC
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National & Local

The Boomerang of ‘Yoon Seok-yeol Marketing’... Are the Basic Leaders of the People Power Party Trapped in the Shadow of Impeachment?

Local leaders of the People Power Party in Gyeonggi Province are struggling to distance themselves from past political disasters, particularly the impeachment of former president Yoon Seok-yeol, while Democratic Party candidates benefit from higher popularity in the region.

Mar 17 • 05:18 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Education Office Abandoning Teachers Just Because the Superintendent Changed [Why?]

The article discusses the unfair treatment of temporary teacher-librarians in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, who were abruptly deemed unqualified after a change in educational policy.

Mar 16 • 10:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party and People Power Party Begin ‘Nomination Interviews’ for 31 Local Leaders in Gyeonggi Province

The Democratic Party and the People Power Party in Gyeonggi Province have begun nomination interviews for 31 local candidate contenders starting from the 16th.

Mar 16 • 08:10 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon: 'The President's Field Worker' vs. Chu Mi-ae: 'The One Who Protected Lee Jae-myung'

Candidates for the Gyeonggi Province governor from the Democratic Party of Korea presented their plans to support President Lee Jae-myung during a joint speech event.

Mar 15 • 08:41 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province lends 2 billion won in emergency living funds to 1,618 'extremely low credit' individuals

Gyeonggi Province has provided emergency living funds to 1,618 residents with low credit ratings, totalling 2.06 billion won.

Mar 15 • 02:14 UTC
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National & Local

[View Briefing] Oh Se-hoon’s Defensive Position... Again No Application for Nomination

The article discusses South Korean political events, including Oh Se-hoon's decision not to apply for candidacy and the implications of political nominations ahead of upcoming elections.

Mar 13 • 00:21 UTC
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National & Local

‘Presidential Chief of Staff, Deputy Prime Minister, and Five-Term Congressman’... Why Is There a Political Competition for the Gyeonggi Education Superintendent?

As the June 3 local elections approach, several prominent politicians are competing for the Gyeonggi Province education superintendent position, raising concerns about overshadowing the election’s true purpose.

Mar 12 • 20:15 UTC
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National & Local

Democratic Party's Kim Dong-yeon and Choo Mi-ae Officially Declare Candidacy for Gyeonggi Governor

Kim Dong-yeon and Choo Mi-ae of the Democratic Party of Korea announced their candidacy for Gyeonggi Province governor in the upcoming local elections.

Mar 12 • 09:05 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province uncovers 13 cases of illegal imported food sales

Gyeonggi Province's special judicial police have uncovered 13 cases of illegal sales of imported foods in an effort to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF).

Mar 11 • 04:44 UTC
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National & Local

"Bus, stop..." Gyeonggi Province provides emergency support of 66.2 billion won to bus companies

Gyeonggi Province announced an emergency financial aid package of 66.2 billion won for bus companies in response to soaring international oil prices, aiming to mitigate operational disruptions.

Mar 11 • 04:44 UTC
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National & Local

'Retaining Wall Collapse Accident' Osan Mayor Lee Kwon-jae Summoned for Investigation on Serious Civil Disaster Charges

Police are investigating Osan Mayor Lee Kwon-jae on serious civil disaster charges related to the collapse of a retaining wall in Gyeonggi Province.

Mar 10 • 10:32 UTC
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National & Local

Controversy over the fairness of opinion polls ahead of local elections... Exclusion of candidates and changes in questions are occurring one after another

There are ongoing controversies regarding the fairness of opinion polls related to the local elections in northern Gyeonggi Province, particularly regarding the exclusion of certain candidates and the alteration of prior questions.

Mar 10 • 08:46 UTC
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National & Local

Dongtan Apartment Prices Rank First in Weekly Increase... "High Likelihood of Designation as a Regulated Area"

Apartment prices in Dongtan, Gyeonggi Province, have seen a significant weekly increase, prompting discussions about potential designation as a regulated area.

Mar 9 • 08:06 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province Launches Emergency Investigation into 'Fake Oil' Amid Soaring Energy Prices

Gyeonggi Province is conducting a large-scale investigation into illegal activities related to fake oil sales due to rising international oil prices influencing local economies.

Mar 9 • 06:20 UTC
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National & Local

Police Launch Major Investigation into 'Vengeance Agency' Leadership... Pursuing Clients as Well

The police in South Korea's Gyeonggi Province are intensifying their investigation into a series of private revenge actions facilitated by an organized group, focusing on both the perpetrators and the clients who commissioned these acts.

Mar 9 • 05:45 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon directly responds to criticism from Joo Jin-woo about 'populism': 'Do you only see human rights as votes?'

Kim Dong-yeon, the Governor of Gyeonggi Province, criticized opposition lawmaker Joo Jin-woo for labeling a child support policy for undocumented immigrants as 'populism,' questioning whether Joo views human rights merely in terms of votes.

Mar 8 • 10:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi Province supports distribution of 'imperfect agricultural products', the first in the nation... 'Please call them valuable agricultural products'

Gyeonggi Province has launched a distribution support program for 'valuable agricultural products', which are those that do not meet grading standards or have surface defects due to agricultural disasters but are still consumable.

Mar 8 • 01:01 UTC
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National & Local

Chung Jeong-ok, Presidential Secretary, Accused of Purchasing Agricultural Land with Children

A presidential aide is facing allegations of engaging in land speculation by purchasing agricultural land alongside family members amid President Lee Jae-myung's commitment to prevent land speculation through comprehensive investigations.

Mar 6 • 07:13 UTC
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National & Local

Joo Jin-woo Criticizes Gyeonggi Province Project, Claims It’s a 'Populism' for Foreigners' Voting Rights

Discussions have erupted following claims by lawmaker Joo Jin-woo that a Gyeonggi Province project supporting unregistered immigrant children is a populist move aimed at foreign voting rights.

Mar 6 • 07:13 UTC
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National & Local

Soongsil University Holds '2025 High School Education Contribution University Support Project Results Sharing Seminar'

Soongsil University organized a seminar to share the results of the 2025 High School Education Contribution University Support Project with high school teachers and admission officials from Seoul and Gyeonggi Province.

Mar 6 • 02:31 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province “Proves Effectiveness of 4.5-Day Work Week... Productivity Up 2.1%”

Gyeonggi Province has reported a 2.1% increase in productivity following the implementation of a 4.5-day work week trial, reversing concerns about reduced working hours leading to decreased output.

Mar 6 • 01:21 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon Issues 'Four Urgent Directives' to Minimize Damage to Gyeonggi-based Companies Amid Middle East Unrest

Kim Dong-yeon, the Governor of Gyeonggi Province, has issued four urgent directives aimed at minimizing damages to local businesses due to escalating tensions in the Middle East following recent attacks by Israel and the U.S. on Iran.

Mar 5 • 08:54 UTC
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National & Local

Funeral Culture Stained by 'Rebates'... Fair Trade Commission Expands Investigation of Funeral Homes Nationwide

The Fair Trade Commission of South Korea is investigating funeral homes across the country due to widespread rebate practices in the funeral industry, prompted by a case involving a funeral home in Yangju, Gyeonggi Province.

Mar 5 • 03:02 UTC
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National & Local

Immediate Removal of Delinquent Vehicle License Plates: Goyang City Operates Unique 'Seizure Team' in Gyeonggi Province

Goyang City, South Korea, has implemented a dedicated 'seizure team' to remove license plates from delinquent vehicles, being the only city in Gyeonggi Province to operate such a program.

Mar 5 • 01:16 UTC
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National & Local

9 out of 10 Local Leaders in Northern Gyeonggi Province are from the People Power Party... How Successful will they be in Defending their Positions against the Democratic Party's Return Match?

In the upcoming June 3 local elections, the focus is on whether the incumbent leaders from the People Power Party in Northern Gyeonggi Province can maintain their positions against the Democratic Party's attempts to reclaim power.

Mar 4 • 07:39 UTC
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National & Local

The Heart of Gyeonggi Province, 'Four Special Cities'... The Largest Battleground in the June Local Elections

The upcoming local elections in June are set to make the 'Four Special Cities' of Gyeonggi Province major battlegrounds, as they represent a significant portion of the province's population and political dynamics.

Mar 4 • 05:54 UTC
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National & Local

1 in 6 newborns in Gyeonggi-do is born through infertility treatment

In Gyeonggi-do, one in every six newborns is born through infertility treatments, reflecting the province's significant support for couples facing infertility.

Mar 4 • 01:47 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province ‘University Student 1,000 Won Store’, Uncertain Operation Due to Lack of Corporate Donations

The 'University Student 1,000 Won Store' in Gyeonggi Province faces operational uncertainty as it struggles to secure corporate donations that fund its operations.

Mar 3 • 05:55 UTC
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National & Local

Democratic Party: 'Should We Retain or Replace?'... 100% Preliminary Election with Party Members is a Variable

The Democratic Party of Korea focuses on selecting candidates for the Gyeonggi Province governor race, emphasizing the importance of party member votes in determining the outcome.

Mar 3 • 02:59 UTC
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National & Local

Democratic Party's Five-way Contest for Seoul Mayor and Gyeonggi Province Governor

The Democratic Party of Korea has decided to hold primaries for candidates in four regions, including Seoul and Gyeonggi, for the upcoming local elections, resulting in a five-way contest for the mayoral position in Seoul after the disqualification of one candidate.

Mar 2 • 11:09 UTC
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National & Local

The Silk Museum Steps Out into the Village

A museum in Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province, is transforming from a traditional institution into a community-oriented space that collaborates with local residents to address contemporary issues.

Mar 1 • 22:14 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon: 'I will never tolerate the insult to the spirit of the March 1st Movement'

Kim Dong-yeon, the Governor of Gyeonggi Province, emphasized the importance of upholding the spirit of the March 1st Movement during its 107th anniversary commemoration, asserting the province's commitment to countering any actions that undermine this historical event.

Mar 1 • 06:23 UTC
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National & Local

[Breaking News] President Lee lists apartment for sale in Bundang, showing resolve to normalize the real estate market

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has put his apartment in Bundang, Gyeonggi Province, up for sale at a price lower than the market rate to demonstrate his commitment to normalizing the real estate market.

Feb 27 • 08:02 UTC
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National & Local

Conflict among Democratic Party's Gyeonggi Province candidates over Shin Yong-han's 'Park Geun-hye administration history'

Democratic Party primary candidates in Chungbuk are clashing over the candidacy of Shin Yong-han, who has referenced his experience under the Park Geun-hye government.

Feb 26 • 07:58 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Tourism Organization Completes ‘International AI Video Contest’

The Gyeonggi Tourism Organization successfully wrapped up its ‘International AI Video Contest’ aimed at promoting the diverse attractions of Gyeonggi Province using generative AI technology.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
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National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon: "Jeon Han-gil is insane... applied for the Yoon Again rally as a March 1st event"

Kim Dong-yeon, the governor of Gyeonggi Province, criticized former lecturer Jeon Han-gil for attempting to hold a controversial rally in the guise of a family cultural event honoring the March 1st movement.

Feb 26 • 01:31 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province's social experiment becomes a national standard... First payment of 'Rural Basic Income' in Yeoncheon County

Gyeonggi Province has begun disbursing its first 'Rural Basic Income' payments to residents of Yeoncheon County as part of a government pilot program.

Feb 26 • 01:31 UTC
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National & Local

Lee Heon-wook Takes Office as the New Head of the Korea Real Estate Agency

Lee Heon-wook has been appointed as the new head of the Korea Real Estate Agency, emphasizing the importance of real estate in societal development and pledging to enhance the agency's role.

Feb 25 • 12:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is the Goyang Arena Delayed Again? Residents Protest After 10 Years of Standstill at K-Culture Valley

The Goyang Arena project, a centerpiece of the K-Culture Valley, faces renewed community backlash after its timeline was pushed back once more.

Feb 25 • 07:19 UTC
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National & Local

Gyeonggi Province to Provide Legal Support for Vulnerable Immigrant Groups Blocked by Language and Information Barriers

Gyeonggi Province is launching a public legal support initiative for vulnerable immigrant communities and recruiting approximately 20 lawyers to assist.

Feb 25 • 01:27 UTC

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