Incheon Applies to Designate Jemulpo-gu as Preemptive Response Zone for Steel Industry Crisis

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1. Incheon City said on the 21st that it has submitted to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy an application to designate Jemulpo-gu as a preemptive response zone for the steel industry crisis.
2. Amid a sluggish construction market and an influx of low-priced Chinese steel, Hyundai Steel and Dongkuk Steel are undertaking restructuring and self-help efforts.
3. If designated, support such as business stabilization funds, loan maturity extensions and employment stability assistance will be provided for two years from the date of notice, with the final decision made after review by the ministry.

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