Opposition to Gwangju military airport relocation

Overview

Chungju City and South Korean lawmakers are opposing plans to disperse Gwangju military airport functions to Jungwon Airfield.

Chungju City officials have petitioned the Ministry of National Defense for improved compensation regarding noise pollution and regulatory restrictions. Residents near Jungwon Airfield have faced property and development limitations for over 40 years, with current monthly compensation ranging from 30,000 to 60,000 KRW. Mayor Lee Dong-seok stated the city cannot accept additional burdens without first resolving existing damages and receiving adequate compensation for sacrifices made for national security.

Simultaneously, lawmakers from the People Power Party have demanded an immediate halt to the relocation plan. They argue that dispersing military airport functions to areas like Chungju will exacerbate noise pollution and hinder regional development. The representatives criticized the government for making unilateral decisions without consulting local residents, describing the move as ‘state violence.’

Entities

Ministry of National Defense · Chungju City · Seosan · Yecheon · Gwangju Military Airport

Timeline

1 day ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Lawmakers oppose Gwangju military airport relocation plan
South Korean lawmakers are opposing the plan to relocate Gwangju military airport functions to Yecheon, Seosan, and Chungju, citing concerns over noise pollution and lack of local consultation.
8 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Chungju City demands compensation for Jungwon Airfield noise damage
Chungju City officials demanded better compensation for noise damage from Jungwon Airfield and formally opposed plans to relocate Gwangju military airport functions to the area.

Sources

inews365.com · m.imaeil.com · newstomato.com · seoul.co.kr