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BUSAN - In an effort to carve out a niche for itself as a global hub, the coastal city of Busan announced the grand opening of its 61st Art Festival today. The event, the city's premier comprehensive art festivity, is a testament to Busan's burgeoning cultural prowess. Hosted in collaboration between Busan City and the Federation Artistic & Cultural Organization of Busan (FACOB), the festival's grand opening is set to take place at 5 pm in the grand theater of the Busan Citizens' Hall. The ina

BUSAN - In a recent interview with CNBC, Busan Mayor shed light on the city's ambitious plans to host the World Expo, emphasizing its potential in propelling Busan to a global stage akin to Singapore. Drawing parallels with the island city-state renowned for its status as a global hub for logistics, finance, and digital innovations, the Mayor said, "We want Busan to become a global city... while also being a city of tourism and culture." Beyond the cultural and tourism benefits, the Mayor high

BUSAN - As autumn graces Busan, the coastal city is poised to burst into a kaleidoscope of festivities. Every corner of the city, from its expansive seas to the tranquil mountains and rivers, will echo with the jubilant spirit of weekly festivals this October. Busan City, in collaboration with various districts, has unveiled a month-long extravaganza. Ten distinct festivals will beckon residents and tourists, offering a vibrant medley of local delicacies, traditional performances, and contempor

BUSAN - As the South Korean Ministry of Education pushes the envelope of its 'Glocal University 30 Project', Busan strengthens its determination to play a pivotal role in this journey. Today, at the city hall, a comprehensive strategy for the city's involvement was unveiled. Central to this project is the idea of merging the global and the local - blurring boundaries within and outside universities while fostering national and international partnerships. The Ministry’s vision is to uplift 30 re

BUSAN — On September 26, Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon held a constructive meeting with Ho Chi Minh City Mayor Phan Van Mai at the Busan City Hall, outlining various avenues to enhance the bond between the two long-standing sister cities. "Busan and Ho Chi Minh City share a special relationship," remarked Mayor Park. He highlighted the significant presence of Busan-based companies, notably in the footwear industry, operating in Ho Chi Minh City. "Our cities have been actively collaborating across

BUSAN - On September 26th at 10:30 a.m., Busan City held a status report meeting for the 'Glocal University Initiative' at the 7th floor meeting room of the city hall. The conference, presided over by Lee Sung-Kwon, the Director of the Glocal University Support Team and Deputy Mayor for Economic Affairs of Busan City, saw the participation of over 20 representatives from Pusan National University (PNU), Busan National University of Education (BNUE), Busan Metropolitian City Office of Education,

BUSAN — The city of Busan has unveiled plans to lead South Korea's foray into hydrogen train technology with the "Next Generation Busan Train Express (BuTX)" project, which will be significantly driven by private investments. Following the city's announcement of the initiative in March, a participation letter was submitted in June by the "BuTX Express Train Ltd." consortium, led by Hana Financial Group. This was bolstered on September 15th with the submission of a formal proposal for the projec

Education, often seen as the linchpin of societal evolution, constantly evolves, echoing the rhythm of our dynamically shifting world. Audacious initiatives occasionally surface, aiming to recalibrate educational frameworks for the contemporary student. A prime example is Busan Metropolitan City's recent collaboration with the Sasang District. Together, they are on the brink of redefining educational paradigms by unveiling plans for an Autonomous Public High School. In an announcement today, at

BUSAN- In a strategic move, Busan Metropolitan City, in collaboration with the 'Busan Digital Asset Exchange Establishment Committee', has unveiled plans to establish the Busan Digital Asset Exchange. This initiative was conceptualized last December when the city formed the committee comprising of private sector experts. The proposal is based on insights and suggestions received from the committee. Busan's Vision: To be a Blockchain Pioneer by 2026 Busan Metropolitan City is poised to transf

BUSAN - FLY ASIA 2023, the vanguard start-up exhibition of Asia, returns with an enhanced agenda, championing partnerships across premier Asian entrepreneurial cities, cultivating shared progress and inventive dynamism. Busan, pulsating with innovation, unveils the next chapter of FLY ASIA 2023, scheduled from October 5th to 8th at BEXCO's luminous second exhibition hall. This sequel builds on the momentum of its forerunner, surmounting the confines of the metropolitan-centric start-up framewor

Busan, South Korea - The monumental project to establish the Seobusan Medical Center has taken a significant leap forward. On September 18th, 2023, the City of Busan officially announced the foundational plans for the construction of the medical center. A pivotal business briefing is set to take place on September 25th at 2:00 p.m. at the Saha-gu District Office to select preliminary negotiating parties. The foundational project plan encapsulates the essence of the project. This includes adjust

BUSAN- The 28th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), one of Asia's most prominent film events, has officially unveiled its robust program for this year. Spanning from October 4th to 13th, the festival will showcase a diverse array of films across 25 screens at venues including the Busan Cinema Center, CGV Centum City, LOTTE CINEMA Centum City, and LOTTE CINEMA Daeyoung. Key Information: * Dates: Oct 4 (Wed) – 13 (Fri), 2023 * Screening Venues: Busan Cinema Center, CGV Centum City, LOTTE