Kim Seong-je, the mayor of Uiwang, emphasized on July 31 that the Uiwang Industrial Promotion Agency will serve as a vital hub for driving the growth of local businesses and revitalizing the regional economy.
On this day, Mayor Kim announced that from July 31 to August 14, a survey targeting small and venture businesses in the area will be conducted to prepare effective support policies centered on business needs ahead of the agency's planned launch next year.
This survey is part of Mayor Kim's initiative to create a business-friendly environment in Uiwang and to enhance local economic policies by incorporating the voices of businesses into administrative decisions, thereby clarifying the agency's role and direction.
The survey will include representatives and employees of small and venture businesses located in Uiwang, allowing them to participate easily through an online questionnaire.
The questionnaire consists of 24 questions across four areas: general business status, demand for support programs from the Uiwang Industrial Promotion Agency, operational challenges faced by businesses, and policy suggestions, with an estimated completion time of about five minutes.
Mayor Kim plans to use the results of this survey to supplement the findings from a feasibility study conducted in 2022 regarding the establishment of the agency and to develop a tailored support system that reflects the changing industrial environment and the realistic needs of businesses.
In particular, the survey results will serve as essential foundational data for establishing the agency's medium- to long-term operational direction, identifying support programs, and budgeting.
Citizens of Uiwang are expressing optimism about the establishment of the Uiwang Industrial Promotion Agency.
Residents have consistently highlighted the need for an organization dedicated to supporting local businesses and fostering startups and ventures, believing that the agency's establishment will inject new vitality into the local economy.
Above all, citizens hope that the growth of local businesses will lead to increased job opportunities for young people and stimulate local consumption, expecting tangible economic benefits that go beyond mere business support.
One resident stated, "For good businesses to thrive in the area, job creation and urban competitiveness must increase. I hope the Industrial Promotion Agency plays a practical role in connecting businesses with the administration."
Mayor Kim added, "We will actively incorporate diverse opinions from the field to ensure that we become a tailored partner organization providing the support businesses truly need."
Meanwhile, Mayor Kim plans to develop industry support policies centered on business needs based on this survey and to cultivate the Uiwang Industrial Promotion Agency as a key platform for driving the growth of local businesses and economic development.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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