Kang Gi-jung

Kang Gi-jung (; born December 3, 1964) is a South Korean politician who served as the mayor of Gwangju from 2022 to 2026. A member of the Democratic Party of Korea, he previously served as a three-term member of the National Assembly and as a senior presidential aide.

Early life and education Kang Gi-jung was born in Goheung, South Jeolla Province on December 3, 1964. He attended Chonnam National University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He later obtained a Master's degree in Public Administration from the same institution.

Mayor of Gwangju Jung was elected as the Mayor of Gwangju in the June 2022 local elections. Since taking office on July 1, 2022, he has focused on transforming Gwangju into a "City of Opportunity," prioritizing industrial growth in sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI) and future mobility.