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Busan, South Korea – Amid the rapid decline of its traditional manufacturing base and an accelerating exodus of its young population, Busan has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform itself into a global coffee city. The "1st Basic Plan for Coffee Industry Promotion (2024-2026)" seeks to establish the city as a leader in the coffee industry. However, critics argue that this initiative, with its massive budget allocation of 34 billion KRW (approximately 26 million USD), might be an imprudent mov

Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, has become the first major city classified as at risk of disappearing due to a rapidly aging population and declining birth rates. Recent analysis highlights the severity of the demographic crisis that Busan is confronting, raising alarm about the future sustainability of the city. As of March 2024, Busan’s extinction risk index stands at 0.490. This figure, below the critical threshold of 0.5, classifies it as a region at risk of disappearance. The cit

Busan, July 1, 2024 – The city of Busan has announced the official opening of the Sinpyeong-Jangnim Gymnasium located at 119 Hasinbeonyeong-ro, Saha-gu. This state-of-the-art facility aims to improve the living and working conditions for both industrial workers and local residents within the Seobusan Smart Valley, formerly known as Sinpyeong-Jangnim Industrial Complex. The new gymnasium is a significant addition to the community, featuring a range of amenities designed to cater to diverse fitne

Busan, South Korea - Busan has launched the nation's first "Single-Person Household Safety Complex Town" in Namsan-dong, Geumjeong-gu. This innovative project aims to create a secure living environment for single-person households and vulnerable groups, such as women, who face higher risks of crimes like stalking and home invasions. The project is a collaborative effort involving the city, Busan Urban Corporation, and the Busan Design Promotion Agency. The safety complex incorporates advanced s

Busan, South Korea – In a strategic move to enhance regional connectivity and stimulate economic growth, the cities of Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam Province have jointly submitted a proposal for the expedited construction of two major metropolitan railways. This collaborative effort aims to address regional imbalances and significantly improve transportation infrastructure. The joint proposal focuses on the early establishment of the Busan-Yangsan-Ulsan Metropolitan Railway and the Southeast Cir

Busan, South Korea – As part of its strategic initiative to become a leading global wellness and medical tourism destination, Busan hosted an event on June 25, marking a major step in its ambitious plan. The city unveiled its first-ever key medical tourism partner institutions and held a symposium aimed at enhancing integrated wellness and medical tourism capabilities. Busan announced the selection of 50 key institutions that have excelled in attracting foreign patients and promoting medical to

Busan, South Korea - Saha-gu, located in the southwest of Busan, is known for its tourist attraction Gamcheon Culture Village and the industrial complex Sinpyeong-Jangnim. The district, which borders the Nakdonggang River, is part of Busan’s old downtown area, facing a rapid decline in its young population. Along with Jung-gu, Dong-gu, and Seo-gu, Saha-gu is categorized as an old downtown region with outdated living conditions. The once-bustling area around Dong-A University’s Hadan campus has d

Busan, South Korea – In a significant development for global marine conservation efforts, Busan has been announced as the host city for the 10th Our Ocean Conference (OOC) in 2025. This decision was confirmed at the 27th Cabinet Meeting, with the conference scheduled to take place from April 28 to April 30, 2025, at the BEXCO convention center. Since its inception in 2014, the Our Ocean Conference has emerged as a pivotal high-level international event focusing on marine issues. It brings toget

Busan, South Korea - In an effort to honor the vital contributions of seafarers, Busan is in the midst of celebrating the inaugural Seafarers' Day on June 21, 2024. This new national day, established by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, aims to raise public awareness about the essential role seafarers play in the global economy while boosting their pride and recognition. The festivities began on June 15 and will continue until June 21, featuring a series of events and activities designed to

Busan, South Korea - June 17, 2024 – The City of Busan announces the upcoming 2024 Busan Food Film Festa (BFFF), a unique event blending the art of cinema with the culinary delights of food. Scheduled from June 28 to June 30 at the Busan Cinema Center, this year's festa promises an immersive experience under the theme "Rice: Ordinary and Extraordinary." The festival will showcase a variety of films and programs designed to engage audiences with the cultural and culinary significance of rice. At

The Gadeokdo New Airport project is poised to transform Busan into a major global aviation hub. This ambitious infrastructure initiative involves constructing an airport with a 3,500-meter runway, designed to operate 24 hours a day and handle large cargo aircraft. The airport's strategic location and state-of-the-art facilities aim to enhance the region's logistics capabilities by integrating air and sea transport, thereby creating a comprehensive transportation hub. The idea of establishing a

Busan, South Korea- Busan is set to host the 25th annual Debian Developer Conference, DebConf24, from July 21 to August 4, 2024. This event will take place at Pukyong National University and is expected to attract over 1,000 participants from around the world. The conference will feature a comprehensive program including development workshops, technical sessions, and a job fair aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the open-source software community. The DebConf24 conference, o