Jeju Province Proposes Relocation of Korea Racing Authority Headquarters
News Context
At a glance
- Jeju Province has officially proposed that the Korea Racing Authority relocate its headquarters to Jeju Island.
- On May 16, 2026, Governor Oh Young-hun visited the Korea Racing Authority to deliver a formal proposal for the relocation to Chairman Woo Hee-jong.
- The proposal comes as the Korea Racing Authority faces pressure from the central government to relocate its existing facilities to accommodate national housing supply measures.
Jeju Province has officially proposed that the Korea Racing Authority relocate its headquarters to Jeju Island.
On May 16, 2026, Governor Oh Young-hun visited the Korea Racing Authority to deliver a formal proposal for the relocation to Chairman Woo Hee-jong.
The proposal comes as the Korea Racing Authority faces pressure from the central government to relocate its existing facilities to accommodate national housing supply measures.
The organization has raised concerns regarding the operational realities and constraints specific to the horse racing industry as it considers potential relocation options.