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Gyeonggi Province cuts 5 bureaus
First reorganization in elected term 9

Gyeonggi Province will reduce its central organization from 30 bureaus to 25 bureaus.

  1. 1 pagesGyeonggi Province cuts 5 bureaus First reorganization in elected term 9Policies
  2. 2 pagesMore support farther from Seoul Local preference index introducedPolicies
  3. 3 pagesMoa Housing Association Established 100 Million Won Support Per DistrictPolicies
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Gyeonggi Province cuts 5 bureaus
First reorganization in elected term 9

Deadline Deadline October 26 · Organizational restructuring plan legislative notice comment deadline
Photo: 한겨레

In short

Gyeonggi Province will reduce its central organization from 30 bureaus to 25 bureaus.

It will consolidate similar tasks and focus on new areas like artificial intelligence and semiconductors.

Legislative notice begins on the 21st, followed by provincial assembly approval for final confirmation.

Key facts

WhenLegislative notice from the 21st through the 26th, then finalized after provincial assembly review.
WhoGyeonggi Province announced its first organizational restructuring plan for elected term 9 on the 20th.
WhatCentral organization will be reduced from 30 bureaus with 151 divisions to 25 bureaus with 141 divisions.
HowWill integrate overlapping functions and newly establish or reorganize bureaus like Financial Planning and Transportation Innovation.

What it means for me

Gyeonggi Province residents should check if civil service counter names and responsible departments change.

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More support farther from Seoul
Local preference index introduced

Deadline Deadline November 1 · Deadline for local preference index notice draft comment collection

In short

The government has created a 'Local Preference Index' that provides different levels of support depending on the region.

It divides 229 cities, counties, and districts into 4 zones based on distance from Seoul, regional development level, and population decline status.

Starting next year, this index will be reflected in various policies including fiscal, tax, regulatory, and procurement measures.

Key facts

WhenCabinet meeting approved the revised enforcement decree on the 20th; administrative notice advance notice for 12 days from the 21st
WhoPrepared by the Ministry of Interior and Safety in consultation with the Regional Era Committee and Ministry of Strategy and Finance
WhatIntroduction of 'Local Preference Index' reflecting distance from Seoul, regional development level, and population decline status
HowDividing 229 cities, counties, and districts into 4 zones for differential support in fiscal, tax, regulatory, and procurement areas

What it means for me

If your residential area is designated as a population decline zone, you can receive preferential treatment in various government support programs starting next year.

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Moa Housing Association Established
100 Million Won Support Per District

D-54 Deadline December 31 · Moa Housing Association Public Support Application Deadline
Photo: 매일경제

In short

Seoul City provides financial and expert support when creating Moa Housing associations.

District offices select specialized companies to help with complex administrative procedures.

About 20 locations within Moa Towns will be selected this year for support.

Key facts

WhenApplications are accepted on a rolling basis from October 21st through year-end.
WhoSeoul City and district offices jointly support Moa Housing association establishment.
WhatUp to 100 million won per district is subsidized, and professional management company selection is assisted.
HowDistrict offices select redevelopment project management specialists to assist with consent document collection and bylaw preparation.

What it means for me

Land and property owners within Moa Towns pursuing association establishment should consider submitting an application.

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