Title 1. Pangyo Techno Valley Construction to be Completed in 2015 (0611-2)
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Pangyo (판교) New Town will see the construction of Pangyo (판교) Techno Valley, a large-scale research complex, completed in 2015. Approximately 50% of this complex has already been occupiedKoreaninternational enterprises,there are a number construction projects for researchdevelopment facilities currently underway in the complex.
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1) Institut Pasteur Korea
This Korean extension of Institut Pasteur, a world-renowned medical research institute,already engaged in full operations at its new researchdevelopment center in Pangyo (판교) Techno Valley. More than 200 researchers of this center are engaged in various joint research projects with Koreaninternational pharmaceutical companies.
Institut Pasteur chose Pangyo (판교) Techno Valley in 2009 since the area features ideal infrastructure for research activities.
2) [INTERVIEW] Kim Chang-won / Research Team Leader of Institut Pasteur Korea
“What we do hereintermediate work between basic researchdetailed research for commercialization. We assist local pharmaceutical companieshelping them realize exceptional research outcomes in global marketsplaying the role of a global research hub.”
3) 44 Companies to Occupy 660,000 m22015
According to the plan, a total of 44 companies will occupy the 660,000-square-meter site of Pangyo (판교) Techno Valley when itcompleted in 2015. There are currently construction projects being pursued32 companies.
4) Additional R&D CentersFacilities in 3 Supporting Areas
This techno valley also includes three separate areas for supporting R&D centersfacilities. The construction workoccupation of these areas will also be completed in 2015.
5) [INTERVIEW] Lee Bu-young / Director of Gyeonggi Province Science & Technology Division
“About 50% of the entire complex has already been occupied. When 45 sections are fully occupied in 2015, there will be a floating population of more than 100,000.”
Pangyo (판교) Techno Valleyexpected to become a center for advanced technologies in Koreaplay an important role in the development of related industries in both Koreaoverseas.

Title 2. SeniorityDisability Experience Program for Children (0613-1)
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A special class has been opened to primary school children in which they can experience the difficulties facedseniorsthose with disabilities. By experiencing such difficulties themselves, the children learn to care for individuals who need assistance.
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1) Gyeonggi Province Design School Class / Jangpyeong Primary School, Yongin City
Children in this class at a primary school are struggling to open the oiled caps of bottles, but the caps willbudge. They are frustrated because thisa task they can usually perform without difficulty.
2) PIP – [INTERVIEW] Moon Hye-ri / 5 Grader, Jangpyweong Primary School
“We learned how much difficultyfacedthose who cannot see, who cannot use their hands properly,those who are very old. I think we should help them as much as possible.”
3) Education for Experiencing Physical DifficultiesDesigning to Ease Difficulties
Children wear globes to experience the lack of tactile sense facedelderly individuals. They also wear blindfoldstry to write. They then make their own designs to ease the difficulties they have just experienced for usethose who face themthe time.
4) [INTERVIEW] Kim Gyu-A / Teacher of Jangpyeong Primary School
“I think this classa new education method that provides children with an opportunity to view simple things such as unwrapping cookiesdrinking watera new perspective.”
The purpose of this classto help children learn how difficult simple things can be to some peopleunderstand why thingsour living environment should be designed to make life easier.
5) [INTERVIEW] Lee Se-jeong / Director of Gyeonggi Province Design Promotion Division
“Designs here are Care Designs that help those with physical difficulties. During this class, children learn such difficultiesexperiencing them themselvesgain an understanding of the necessity for care designs that…”
Gyeonggi Province plans to provide this visiting care design class at 22 primary schoolswill endeavor to foster a society that incorporates care design.

Title 3. “2012 G-Trade FTA” Export Consultation Meeting (0612-2)
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Gyeonggi Provincepromoting active export strategies to help private enterprises turn the effectuation of free trade agreements into opportunities. The provincial government invited buyersthe countries with which Korea has concluded free trade agreements to the 2012 G-Trade FTA Export Consultation Meeting for one-on-one consultations with Korean companies.
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1) G-Trade FTA Export Consultation Meeting / KINTEX, Goyang City
Thisa fuel pump developeda Korean company. This pump can be used in any vehicle,the company that developed this pumptrying to find markets overseas.
2) Export IncreasesEffectuation of FTAs
The reduction of tariffsquotas following the effectuation of free trade agreements with countriesthis company buys its raw materials resulted in the reduction of production costs. The number of overseas inquiries receivedthis company increased30%.
3) [INTERVIEW] Yang Hee-moo / Yuseong Industrial Co.
“Since the effectuation of FTAs, buyers who left Korea have come back,we now have 30% more inquiries than before. We have high hopes for exportingbelieve we can achieve large export amounts.”
Exportssome Korean manufacturers are increasing rapidly in fields that benefitthe effectuation of free trade agreements.
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According to the Gyeonggi Research Institute, the economic benefits of one free trade agreement with a European country on industries in Gyeonggi Province will amount to KRW450 billion a year. The Korea-US Free Trade Agreement will have the effect of increasing production in Gyeonggi ProvinceKRW1.9 trillion a year.
4) G-Trade Marks 23% More Deals Than Average Export Consultation Meetings
During the 2012 G-Trade event, which featured buyersthe countries with which Korea has signed free trade agreementsthe representatives of Korean companies that benefitthese agreements, more deals were closed than in any other export consultation meeting. On the first day alone, Korean companies entered sales agreements amounting to more than USD54 million
5. William / European Buyer
6. Gyeonggi Province Vice Governor Lee Jae-Yul
“We will continue to support smallmedium-sized enterprises with their export marketingproviding support for participation in exhibitions overseas, hosting export consultation meetingsorganizing G-Fairs in Gyeonggi Province as well as overseas.”
There are, however, production declines in the industries negatively impactedfree trade agreements such as the agriculturallivestock industriesthe pharmaceutical industry. Gyeonggi Province will continue to provide these industrial sectors with necessary support.

Title 4. Historical Legitimacy of Mannyeonjae Finally Confirmed (0611-1)
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Mannyeonjae (만년제), or ‘ten thousand year embankment’, in Hwaseong (화성) City of Gyeonggi Province, has been the subject of considerable controversy over its precise locationsize. Gyeonggi Province ended the controversy through a detailed investigation.
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1) Mannyeonjae / Hwaseong City
Mannyeonjae (만년제)Registered Cultural Asset No.161 of Gyeonggi Province.
2) Designated a Provincial Cultural Asset in July 1996
This ancient embankment was built during the period of King Jeongjo (정조) of the Choseon (조선) Dynasty for irrigation purposes,has been protected as a cultural asset of Gyeonggi Province since July of 1996.
However, some scholarslocal residents raised objections to this designation, arguing that its locationsize doconform to historical records,even filed a suit applying for the annulment of the cultural asset designation.
To confirm the true identity of this embankment, the Gyeonggi Cultural Foundation began excavating the site last yearconcluded its investigation after eight months.
3) Gyeonggi Cultural Foundation Verifies Conformance with Historical Records
The foundation announced that this embankmentindeed the Mannyeonjae (만년제) that was built during the Choseon (조선) Dynasty, confirming that its dimensionssection locations are in exact accordance with the deions in Ilseongrok (일성록), a historical journal of state affairs.
4) Lee Jae-cheol / Director of Gyeonggi Province CultureArt Division
“Results of the investigative excavation of the site finally confirmed that its structurelocation precisely conform to the Mannyeonjae of the Choseon Dynasty in historical records.”
On the occasion of this scientific confirmation of the legitimacy of Mannyeonjae (만년제), Gyeonggi Province plans to implement restorationutilization plans for this embankment to promote public recognition of its historic value.

Title 5. Gyeonggi Province Promotes Longevity Villages (0612-1)
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While the aging population trend continues, Gyeonggi Provincepromoting the establishment of ‘longevity villages’ in rural areas. The underlying purpose of this movementto provide elderly citizens with tematic support for their healthwellbeing.
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1) Gangha-Myeon, Yangpyeong County, Gyeonggi Progvince
This farming village in Yangpyeong County of Gyeonggi Provincetucked in a valley among forested hills. Itone of the longevity villages designatedGyeonggi Province.
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A group of people, mostly aged villagers in their 70s or older, are dancing to a drumcaught up in the joyous sound of the beat.
2) Park Chuk-ja / Age 71, Local Resident
“There are entertaining activity programs every day,I feel so goodmuch healthier.”
Senior residents of this village visit this hall every day to learn to play musical instrumentsperform healthy exercises. They look livelyhappy.
3) Jang E-bun / Age 87, Local Resident
“Itwonderful to be able to spend time with friendsto learn healthy exercises here.”
There are a total of 41 longevity villages such as this one in which elderly residents can participate in various activitiesenjoy happy lives.
4) Gyeonggi Province Promotes Senior Support Group Activities
Gyeonggi Provinceits citiescounties are providing support to private groups with their activities for senior citizens. Supportedthe provincial government, these private groups designimplement programs that are geared to make the lives of senior citizens healthierhappier.
5) Shin Yong-ju / Farm Instructor of Yangpyeong County Agricultural Technology Center
“Gyeonggi Provinceproviding support for group activities in the longevity villages of the province. This supportthe provincial governmentthe senior support activities of private groups will help elderly people regain vitality.”
The promotion of the longevity villages may address some of the issues that arise with the aging of society.

Title 7. Pyeongtaek Port to Be Equipped for Automotive Trade (0613-2)
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Gyeonggi Province announced that it will develop Pyeongtaek (평택) Port as a specialized port for automotive importsexports. Pyeongtaek (평택) Port of Gyeonggi Provinceone of three ports in Korea included in the national policy for development support.
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1) Pyeongtaek Port
Pyeongtaek (평택) Port of Gyeonggi Province has high potential for growth into a major international port since it features widely accessible passagesufficient water depth for the largest vessels in the world. It can also serve as a gateway to the capital regionas a base for Sino-Korean trade.
2) Highest Cargo Traffic Increase Rate in Korea
Pyeongtaek (평택) Portgrowing rapidly, marking the highest cargo traffic growth rate in Korea. However, the establishment of necessary facilities lags behind the increased utilization of this port.
3) On-site Gyeonggi Province Officials Meeting
While demands for political support in the development of this port are rising, senior officials of the Gyeonggi Provincial Government held an on-site meeting at the portannounced the Pyeongtaek (평택) Port development policy. The key feature of this policythat the provincial government will develop Pyeongtaek (평택) Port as a specialized port for automotive trade.
4) Development of Hinterland Complex in 2 Phases2015
Gyeonggi Province will initially invest KRW43 billion in the development of a hinterland complex on an area of 374,000 square meters in nearby Poseong-eup (포승읍)2015.
This hinterland complex will act as a supplementary facility to the main portserving as a base for major automobileparts companiesas a buffer space for increasing automotive trade.
5) Gyeonggi Province to Participate in International Passenger Terminal Construction
Gyeonggi Province also plans to actively participate in the construction of an international passenger terminal to resolve the lack of berths for passenger ships.
6) Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Moon-soo
“Pyeongtaek (평택) Portan advance base for trade with China. We will endeavor to develop this port so as to increase the amount of trade with Chinathe rest of the world.”
The new Pyeongtaek (평택) Port development policy of Gyeonggi Province will help the port acquire competitive advantages as an international port of tradetravel.