Busan Concert Hall Draws Massive Demand Ahead of Grand Opening
Busan Concert Hall’s first round of trial performance tickets sold out in just two minutes, proving massive demand for the city’s newest cultural landmark.
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South Korea’s ‘Disengaged Workforce’ Hits Record High
For the first time, South Korea’s economically inactive population among young adults has surpassed 500,000, with 30-somethings exiting the workforce at record rates. Experts warn of severe long-term consequences if urgent labor reforms are not implemented.
Busan’s AI Hub Vision: Grand Promises, But Where Is the Strategy?
Busan’s AI hub strategy promises innovation, but lacks clear execution. Can the city truly transform into a global AI leader, or is it just another tech branding effort?
Are Your Skincare Products Lying to You? South Korea Cracks Down on Misleading Ads
Are K-Beauty brands exaggerating their skincare claims? The government is cracking down on misleading ‘medical-like’ marketing, shutting down 144 deceptive product ads.
Busan Wants to Be a Global Medical & Wellness Hub—But Can It Deliver?
Busan is pushing to become a global wellness and medical tourism hub, but is its strategy truly effective? Critics argue that grouping wellness and medical tourism under one policy could weaken the city’s competitiveness in both industries.
Can AI Improve Government, or Is It a Bureaucratic Shortcut?
Busan, South Korea, is the first metropolitan city to introduce ethical guidelines for AI in governance. But can public officials handle AI responsibly?
Busan’s Urban Future: Rethinking Roads, Green Spaces, and Livability
Busan is rethinking its roads and green spaces, integrating nature into urban infrastructure to improve livability, sustainability, and pedestrian access.