Busan News

Busan, South Korea - In an effort to secure the hosting rights for the 2030 World Expo, the city of Busan is preparing a spectacular fireworks show on April 6, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Gwangalli Beach. The "2030 Busan World Expo Bid Fireworks Show" is a grand event aimed at showcasing Busan's strong commitment to hosting the Expo and setting it apart from competing cities. Organized to coincide with the Bureau International de l'Exposition's (BIE) due diligence schedule, the fireworks displa

Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon has declared 2023 as the "Year of Busan's Great Leap Forward" and unveiled a new city brand and vision for the future. The city aims to build a pan-citizen consensus on transforming Busan into a global hub city, fostering expectations and pride in the city's future. A proclamation ceremony for 'Big Dream, the Future of Busan' was held at the BEXCO Convention Center, showcasing the city brand creation process and celebrating citizen contributions. The event featured a

South Korean universities in Busan, including Pusan National University, Korea Maritime University, Busan University of Foreign Studies, and the Catholic University of Pusan, will introduce a 1,000 won breakfast program for their students. This initiative is backed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and the National Agricultural Research Center, which have selected 41 universities to participate in the project this year. The program aims to support 680,000 students. The 1,0

Busan City recently held its 9th Busan Metropolitan City Job Committee meeting, where representatives and experts from job-related organizations, the government, and the business community convened to discuss ways to resolve employment mismatches in the region. As employment conditions become more challenging and economic uncertainty rises, job mismatches have intensified, with companies struggling to fill positions and job seekers either unwilling to work or moving out of the region. To addres

As anticipation builds for the opening of Gadeokdo New Airport in 2029, local governments in western Busan, South Korea, including Saha-gu and Gangseo-gu, are preparing to capitalize on the development opportunities it will bring. Saha-gu, a less developed district in western Busan, is home to 300,000 people, making it the third most populous area in the city after Haeundae-gu and Busan Jingu. Despite its large population, Saha-gu has faced development challenges. However, as the closest distri

The number of employed individuals aged 60 and older in Busan has nearly doubled in the past 10 years, reflecting a nationwide trend in South Korea. According to data from Statistics Korea's National Statistics Portal (KOSIS), there were 396,000 people aged 60 and over employed in Busan last month, marking a significant increase compared to February 2013 (205,000) and February 2003 (106,000). Several factors contribute to this growing trend. Firstly, the aging population in South Korea has been

Busan's popular Nakdonggangbyeon Samsimni Cherry Blossom Festival is set to make a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus. The event, which celebrates the arrival of spring in Gangseo-gu, will be held from March 31 to April 2 at the picturesque Daejeo Ecological Park. The festival was first launched in 2015, quickly becoming Gangseo-gu's signature event. Visitors can immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscape featuring over 2,000 cherry blossom trees along the 12-kilometer Nakdong Riv

As the overseas tourism market shows signs of recovery, Busan is intensifying its promotional marketing efforts to attract tourists from Greater China. The city recently hosted a two-day familiarization tour for leading Chinese tourism companies and airlines from March 16 to 17, focusing on the development of local customized tourism products and strategies for attracting visitors. Throughout March, various online and offline events featuring Busan's spring flower theme are being held. The city

Busan, South Korea - The city of Busan is set to decide on the relocation and modernization of the long-debated Busan Detention Center and Busan Prison within the year. In order to address the need for modernization, the city will establish a site selection committee to determine the new location and proceed with the project in earnest next year. A recent 'Feasibility Study for the Development and Modernization Concept of Facilities Around the Busan Correctional Facility' was completed, which w

Busan City, South Korea, has announced the commencement of the 'Busan Democracy Park Museum Annex' construction project, a dedicated facility to systematically preserve, exhibit, research, and educate the public on materials related to the democratization movement. The project, which started in March this year, has a budget of 15.8 billion won ($13.1 million), with 6.9 billion won ($5.7 million) funded by the national government and 8.9 billion won ($7.4 million) provided by the city. The museu

The city of Busan is set to commence full-scale construction on the Gwangandaegyo Bridge Access Road Connection Project, aimed at resolving traffic difficulties in Haeundae-gu, Centum City, and the new downtown area. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on March 20 at Olympic Park in Haeundae-gu, Busan, with attendance by Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon and over 200 people, including local lawmakers, Haeundae-gu district mayor, city councilors, and residents. The project involves co

South Korea has announced the removal of the mask mandate for public transportation starting 20th March Monday, eliminating a COVID-19 preventative measure in place since 2020. The change applies to public buses, school buses, subways, KTX bullet trains, taxis, and airplanes. This marks one of the final COVID-19 restrictions in the country, with outdoor mask mandates lifted in May last year and indoor mandates ending in January. The decision comes as South Korea sees a downward trend in new COV