Busan News

The city of Busan has announced plans to host the Asian Startup Expo "FLY ASIA 2023" from October 5th to 8th, aimed at supporting promising startups in attracting investment and expanding overseas through connections and collaborations between leading startup cities in Asia. The Expo will take place at the second exhibition hall of BEXCO for four days. The inaugural Asian Startup Expo, held last year, was intended as a launching pad for startups across Asia to rise together under the slogan "Co

In the heart of Busan, South Korea, an experiment in participatory democracy is unfolding. It is an experiment that is as novel as it is inspiring, and it takes place every Saturday inside the office of Assemblyman Park Soo-young. Intrigued by this unique democratic process, I made a personal visit to experience it firsthand. A New Brand of Politics As the Member of the National Assembly representing Busan's Nam-gu district, Park Soo-young is a charismatic leader whose approach to politics is

The city of Busan has announced the official launch of the basic and implementation design services for the 3rd Hwangryeong Tunnel road opening project. The project kickoff meeting took place yesterday at 10 AM in the city hall conference room on the 20th floor. The 3rd Hwangryeong Tunnel project, stretching a total length of 4.11 kilometers, is an ambitious road construction plan worth KRW 3.696 trillion. This new infrastructure aims to connect the Shinli intersection in Yeonsan-dong, Yeonje D

BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA - In an ambitious bid to stimulate growth and innovation in the financial industry, the City of Busan convened a high-profile meeting involving stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. The meeting, held at the Avani Central Busan, was a landmark moment for the region's financial future, marking the launch of the Busan Financial Industry Promotion Plan. The event was attended by a diverse range of representatives from the financial community, including Mayor Park

In a bid to alleviate the talent shortage among local enterprises and provide job opportunities for foreign students, the City of Busan has announced the commencement of a 'Foreign Student Job Fair.' Scheduled to take place at 1:30 pm on 20th July at the Busan Port International Exhibition & Convention Center (BPEX), the job fair aims to facilitate the settling of foreign students in the region. This job fair is connected with the 'Regional Outstanding Talents (F-2-R),' a pilot project currentl

Busan City is ready to disrupt the public transportation landscape with the nationwide first-of-its-kind integrated discount system called the "Dongbaek Pass". Slated for launch on August 1st, the Dongbaek Pass stands as a significant lead project among the 12 tasks in the three sectors of the "Busan-style Public Transportation Innovation Plan" unveiled in March. The innovative Dongbaek Pass scheme allows locals to use their Dongbaek prepaid transportation card as a regional currency card. Comm

South Korea is taking substantial steps to improve its education system and produce globally competent citizens. A pivotal initiative in this endeavor is the "Special Zones for Education Globalization". Under the "Special Act on the Designation, Operation, and Development of Special Zones for Education Globalization", these zones are conceived as hotbeds of innovative education policies. They are especially centered around fostering global competitiveness and regional development through educat

Busan, South Korea – The city of Busan announced that it would co-host the "Korea Southern Coast Cup 2023," an international yacht race, from July 13th to 16th, in collaboration with the provinces of South Gyeongsang and South Jeolla. Celebrating its fourth year, the "Korea Southern Coast Cup" is the longest cruiser yacht race in South Korea, connecting Busan, Tongyeong in South Gyeongsang, and Yeosu in South Jeolla. The three regions collaboratively host this event, aiming to promote a prosper

Busan, South Korea – On July 5th, the city of Busan announced the initial lineup for the 2023 Busan One Asia Festival (BOF), a flagship celebration of Hallyu, the "Korean Wave," that proudly represents South Korea on the international stage. Set to take place on October 21st and 22nd, the festival promises two days of immersive Korean culture and music. The first day will see the Busan Asiad Main Stadium buzzing with energy, as a K-POP concert featuring various artists with passionate internati

The iconic location, famed for being the former office of the Busan Mayor and a popular filming site for the hit drama "Reborn Rich," will soon undergo extensive remodeling to transform into a vibrant, public cultural hub BUSAN, South Korea – After six months of meticulous planning and architectural design, the city of Busan is finally set to commence remodeling work on the historic Open Event Hall, previously known as the former office of the Busan Mayor, in July. The projected completion by M

Busan, South Korea - After decades of anticipation and challenges, the city of Busan is finally inaugurating the Mandeok-Choeup (Asiad) Tunnel on July 1. The tunnel is expected to drastically alleviate traffic congestion, seamlessly connecting Deokcheon-dong in Buk-gu and Geoje-dong in Yeonje-gu. The opening ceremony, scheduled for June 30, marks the successful completion of a project that began in 1994 and faced considerable obstacles over the years. The Mandeok-Choeup (Asiad) Tunnel project b

As South Korea's second most populous city after Seoul, Busan's dynamism stretches beyond its well-known reputation as a bustling port and holiday destination. Comprised of 15 'Gu' (districts) and 1 'Gun' (county), Busan presents a diverse and multifaceted sociocultural tableau, housing over 3.36 million citizens according to the latest statistics. Based on data from 2022 The demographic profile of Busan is dispersed unevenly across its administrative regions. At the helm is the thriving distr