Hong Ji-sun pledges balanced development and rapid housing supply

Hong Ji-sun Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport housing supply transportation infrastructure balanced regional development

Hong Ji-sun, the nominee for Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, has outlined his primary policy goals following his nomination by President Lee Jae-myung. During his first day at the Government Complex Sejong, Hong emphasized that national balanced development and closing the gap in regional transportation infrastructure are his top priorities.

Regarding housing, Hong pledged to accelerate the supply of high-quality housing in preferred locations, with a specific focus on ensuring stability for youth and newlyweds. He stressed the importance of consistent and predictable policies and noted that close cooperation with the Seoul Metropolitan Government is essential to ensure that housing supply measures are effectively implemented from construction through to occupancy.

On transportation, Hong announced that the 5th National Railway Network Plan, the road network plan, and the airport development plan are currently undergoing cost-benefit analysis and consultation with fiscal authorities. He expects these plans to be finalized around November, following public hearings scheduled for September and October.

Hong, a former official in Gyeonggi Province, intends to leverage his extensive field experience to facilitate communication between the central government and local authorities to ensure policies function effectively on the ground.

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Gyeonggi Province · Hong Ji-sun · Lee Jae-myung · Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport · Seoul Metropolitan Government

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[● 2 SOURCES] Hong Ji-sun stated he has not had personal contact with President Lee Jae-myung since his nomination. biz.heraldcorp.com · www.seoul.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] Hong Ji-sun aims to prioritize national balanced development and closing the regional transportation infrastructure gap. www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Hong Ji-sun pledged to focus on housing stability for young people and newlyweds. www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com · www.seoul.co.kr
[● 4 SOURCES] Hong Ji-sun intends to consult closely with the Seoul Metropolitan Government to ensure policy implementation. www.tokenpost.kr · biz.heraldcorp.com · www.seoul.co.kr
[● 4 SOURCES] The nominee plans to accelerate housing supply policies from the construction phase to actual occupancy. www.tokenpost.kr · biz.heraldcorp.com · www.seoul.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] National transportation plans for railways, roads, and airports are expected to be finalized around November following public hearings. www.imaeil.com · www.seoul.co.kr