Feb 24 • 09:01 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

Gyeonggi Governor Kim Dong-yeon Restarts 'Daldal Bus'... Expected to Officially Announce Re-election Challenge Next Month

Gyeonggi Governor Kim Dong-yeon has relaunched the 'Daldal Bus' initiative aimed at engaging directly with citizens about local economic issues and is expected to announce his re-election campaign soon.

Gyeonggi Governor Kim Dong-yeon has revived the 'Daldal Bus', a public engagement initiative that aims to address local economic challenges faced by residents. After successfully visiting all 31 cities and counties in Gyeonggi Province previously, Kim introduced the revamped version of the bus on the 24th, emphasizing a focus on six main themes: housing, semiconductors, infrastructure, labor, climate, and care. He aims to foster effective communication with the public and provide tangible improvements in daily life through the initiative.

The new campaign will kick off with a tour starting in Namyangju, focusing on providing practical solutions to economic and livelihood issues under the slogan “We will run until things change.” Kim's approach reflects an intention to actively listen to citizens and work on pressing provincial issues at a quicker pace. His previous campaign saw him traveling approximately 3,200 kilometers and engaging with over 6,400 residents, reinforcing his commitment to public service.

Additionally, Kim is expected to announce his re-election campaign officially at a book concert on the 2nd of next month. Observers speculate that this initiative serves to enhance his image as a problem solver for citizens and maximize his 'incumbent premium' as the elections approach, particularly aiming to capture the centrist vote by showcasing his responsiveness to public needs during the pre-election period.

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