Namyangju City's Vision 2025: Building a Sustainable and Innovative Urban Ecosystem
Key Ideas
- Mayor Joo Kwang-deok aims to transform Namyangju into a sustainable city through innovation and growth in various sectors like transportation, industry, welfare, and culture.
- The city plans to enhance its transportation network, including the construction of the GTX-B route, expansion of the Gyeongchun Line-Suin Bundang Line connection, and development of new districts with electric and hydrogen charging infrastructure.
- In the industrial sector, Namyangju will focus on creating an ecosystem for high-tech convergence, attracting companies, and promoting complex industries like AI, with plans for a cultural belt in Wangsuk District 2.
- Further initiatives include cultural development projects, such as establishing a large concert hall, a cultural park, and a hydrogen city, alongside honoring the philosophy of Dasan Jeong Yak-yong through a brand project and urban park.
Namyangju City's Mayor, Joo Kwang-deok, outlined the vision for 2025 during a New Year's press conference. The city aims for a significant transformation towards sustainability and innovation in its industrial ecosystem. The transportation sector is set to be revolutionized, with plans to become a hub city by expanding the transportation network and enhancing internal connections. Investments in electric and hydrogen charging infrastructure are on the horizon, alongside the development of new districts. In terms of industry, Namyangju plans to attract tech companies by establishing a virtuous cycle of innovation and a high-tech convergence ecosystem. The city will also focus on cultural development, with projects like a cultural belt in Wangsuk District 2 and investments to transform into a hydrogen city. Additionally, honoring the philosophy of Dasan Jeong Yak-yong, the city aims to create a futuristic urban park and enhance its cultural offerings. Mayor Joo emphasized the goal of making Namyangju an attractive and self-sufficient city for all residents.