Kim Dong-yeon Visits Communities for Second Day, Listens to Residents' Concerns and Promises Support

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Kim Gapdong] Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon continued his second day of community outreach on the 21st by visiting Anyang Agricultural and Fishery Products Wholesale Market, following his visit to small business owners in Suwon on the 20th, listening to merchants' concerns and promising continued support for small businesses.

Upon visiting Anyang Agricultural and Fishery Products Wholesale Market that morning, Governor Kim said, "I heard that the merchants' primary need is cold storage facilities. We will arrange to provide cold storage facilities with provincial budget support in the first half of this year," and added, "We will work to reduce inconvenience for the many customers using this market and enable sustainable development."

Governor Kim previously made a surprise visit to small business owners in Suwon on the 20th who are facing difficulties due to economic downturn, listened to their grievances, and promised interest and support measures for small business owners and self-employed workers.

Meanwhile, at the event, NH Nonghyup Bank held a delivery ceremony donating 1.5 billion won worth of vegetables and produce (150 tons) purchased from merchants to the Gyeonggi Community Chest of Korea. The donated goods will be designated for Gyeonggi Regional Food Bank and delivered to 15,000 vulnerable households across the province.

Governor Kim said at the delivery ceremony, "I am delighted that many people have joined forces to hold this meaningful event. I extend my gratitude to Nonghyup Bank," and added, "With the generous donation from Nonghyup Bank, we are able to purchase agricultural and fishery products at the wholesale market and help those in need through city and county food banks in Gyeonggi Province—truly achieving multiple goals."

Gyeonggi Province's food bank is an initiative that provides donated food and household supplies free of charge to low-income residents in the province. Last year, it delivered 70.8 billion won worth of donated goods, achieving five consecutive years as the nation's top performer. Residents of Gyeonggi Province wishing to use the food bank can apply at their local administrative welfare center. For more information, contact Gyeonggi Regional Food Bank (kg1377.or.kr/) or call the main number (031-294-1377).