Busan-news

The Property Narrative Problem in Busan’s Local Journalism

Local journalism in Busan is telling a one-sided story of the housing market — one that sidelines affordability, urban decline, and the public interest in favor of speculative optimism.

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Busan’s Job Growth Driven by Seniors as Young Workers Exit City

Busan’s employment rate masks a deeper imbalance: most new jobs are going to workers over 60, while opportunities for young adults are shrinking. The shift is squeezing consumer demand and deepening the city’s housing market slump.

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Busan’s ‘15-Minute City’ Map: Policy Tool or Just Digital Window Dressing?

Busan’s new Life Map promises to bring “15-minute city” convenience to residents, but its current features barely go beyond existing commercial map apps.

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Microsoft and ChangeX Launch First Sustainability Fund in Busan

Microsoft and ChangeX have opened applications for a new Busan sustainability fund, offering local nonprofits up to ₩14 million for original or proven environmental projects.

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Outdated Urban Planning Is Sinking Busan — Literally

Repeated sinkholes in Busan expose outdated urban planning as climate change and unstable soils put infrastructure at risk.

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From Dadaepo to Hadan, the Gaps That Keep West Busan Off the Map

From industrial roads that cut off the riverfront to transit nodes that never became destinations, West Busan’s coastline is still shaped by planning decisions from the 1980s.

10 min read

When Local News Becomes PR in Busan Mega Project Reporting

Coverage of Busan’s high-profile projects leans heavily on developer narratives, raising questions about journalistic independence and the balance of public information.

7 min read

Busan Port Pier 1 Shines for 2025 Busan Heritage Night

Busan hosts the 2025 Busan Heritage Night on Aug. 15–16, with night tours, performances, and media art at historic Pier 1 and UNESCO-listed wartime heritage sites.

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Busan Stakes Its Claim on the Northern Sea Route Future

As the Arctic warms, Busan positions itself as a key Northern Sea Route hub with port upgrades, legal infrastructure, and targeted investment plans.

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Busan Showcases ‘Busan-Style’ Design in 2025 Architecture Awards

Busan has named eight winners of its 2025 Architecture Awards, honoring designs that reflect the city’s coastal identity and community spirit.

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Busan’s DOMOHEON Cultural Space Surpasses 300,000 Visitors

Busan’s DOMOHEON, once a mayoral residence, has drawn over 300,000 visitors in under a year—now a thriving public space of gardens, culture, and history.

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Busan’s Old Core Faces New Future: Merger Talks Rekindled

Four historic districts at the heart of Busan are losing people, schools, and purpose. Now, the city faces a difficult question: can they find a future together?

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