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Busan Hosts 10th Our Ocean Conference and APEC Ministerial to Drive Global Marine Policy
Busan will host the 10th Our Ocean Conference and 5th APEC Ocean Ministers’ Meeting, uniting global leaders to accelerate action on marine protection, climate resilience, and digital transformation in ocean governance.
Busan Hosts Record-Breaking DSK 2025, Pushing the Future of Drones & Aerospace
DSK 2025, Asia’s biggest drone and aerospace exhibition, will take place from February 26–28, 2025, in Busan, South Korea. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the event will feature 306 companies from 15 countries, showcasing cutting-edge drone technology.
Busan Secures 2026 WAIFC Annual Meeting
Busan, South Korea — Busan has been selected to host the 2026 World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC) annual meeting, a significant step toward solidifying its status as a global financial hub. The announcement came during the 2024 WAIFC annual meeting held in Tokyo, where Busan’s bid received the backing of international financial leaders, beating out other potential contenders. The event, scheduled for 2026, will bring together top financial executives from around the world,
Busan's Luxury Tourism Bold Vision or Misstep in the Global Race
"Can Busan truly step into the spotlight as Asia’s next luxury tourism capital?" Picture this: shimmering coastline views from a five-star suite, private yacht tours along the city’s famous beaches, and exclusive gourmet dining. The Busan Tourism Organization (BTO) envisions the city transforming into a high-end destination for affluent global travelers. But beneath the glitter of this bold ambition lies a pressing question: Is the infrastructure, economy, and market demand ready to support suc
Busan Hosts Inaugural International Buddhist Expo
Busan, South Korea - The first-ever Busan International Buddhist Expo opened its doors today at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO), welcoming visitors to explore the rich tapestry of Buddhist culture and traditions. The event runs from August 8 to August 11, 2024, and is expected to draw thousands of attendees from around the world. The expo kicked off with an opening ceremony at 2 PM, featuring a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary performances aimed at engaging a
Busan World Expo 2030: Bid Committee Moves Forward in Race to Host Event
The Busan World Expo 2030 Bid Committee held its third meeting on Friday, March 10th, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul. The meeting, co-chaired by Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and Chey Tae-won, Chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry(KCCI), discussed the detailed plans for this year's bidding activities. The meeting aimed to unite the public and private sectors' bidding capabilities ahead of the decision on the 2030 World Expo host site in late November. The committee's focus wa
Busan Selected to Host 2024 World Volunteer Conference
The city of Busan has secured the hosting rights for the 2024 World Volunteer Conference, the world's largest event in the field of volunteerism. The announcement was made following a selection process conducted by The Committee for the IAVE World Volunteer Congress, which saw Busan emerge as the top choice among a list of cities vying to host the prestigious event. Busan's successful bid was a result of the city's ability to highlight its attractiveness, such as its infrastructure for internat
Busan Welcomes Foreign Reporters to Showcase Preparations for 2030 World Expo
Busan City has welcomed 14 foreign reporters in Korea to showcase its plans and preparations for the 2030 Busan World Expo. The press tour aimed to demonstrate the strengths and attractions of Busan as a candidate city for the 2030 World Expo to foreign reporters before the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) on-site inspection in early April. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon, the government, the Bid Committee, and key executives of Busan City attended the event.
Busan's "Tailored Negotiations" on African Tour to Promote 2030 World Expo Bid
Mayor Park Heong-joon, the Special Envoy for the 2030 Busan World Expo bid appointed by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, completed a successful tour of three African countries from February 22. The countries visited were the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of South Africa, and the Republic of Angola. During the tour, Mayor Park met with high-level officials, including presidents, kings, prime ministers, deputy prime ministers, foreign ministers, finance ministers, and transportation minis