Min Hyung-bae vows city-funded rural basic income across Jeonnam-Gwangju - CHOSUNBIZ
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Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City Mayor Min Hyung-bae announced plans to implement a city-funded rural basic income program for all population-decline areas in the region next year, even those not selected for government pilot projects. The program would provide monthly stipends of 150,000–200,000 won to residents in rural areas to address population decline and regional inequality. The estimated cost for expanding the program to 12 currently ineligible areas exceeds 100 billion won, with discussions on funding and implementation set to take place with local officials.
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