For small businesses

The Small and Medium Business Administration (SMBA) head Joo Young-sup, center, Rep. Chun Soon-ok of the Minjoo Party of Korea, second from right, and other dignitaries pose at a conference for owners of small businesses held at El Tower in Yangjae-dong, southern Seoul, Friday. The event participants discussed how to help small businesses and boost the nation’s sagging economy. The day was also proclaimed as the Day for Owners of Small Businesses. / Yonhap