Sejong Prepares for Government Workforce Surge | South Korea News

South Korea News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Sejong City is set for a massive population surge as over ten thousand new government workers arrive—possibly up to twenty thousand—with key ministries like Justice and Gender Equality relocating next year, followed by the National Police Agency and prosecution services. This influx reverses recent population declines caused by the departure of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries. Housing is the top concern, with plans to revive a special housing program for relocated staff and reserve up to 10% of new apartments for incoming employees. The government is pledging strong support for…