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Infrastructure Under Scrutiny After Busan Sinkhole Incidents

Infrastructure Under Scrutiny After Busan Sinkhole Incidents

Busan, South Korea - Two ground subsidence incidents in Busan have highlighted significant challenges in the city’s urban infrastructure, prompting safety concerns and urgent responses from local authorities. The accidents, which occurred on August 20 and 21, involved sinkholes forming in two key areas, disrupting daily life and exposing

Why Busan Needs a Specialized Maritime Law School and Court

Why Busan Needs a Specialized Maritime Law School and Court

Busan, South Korea - In the heart of South Korea’s maritime industry, a transformation is brewing. Busan, home to one of the world’s busiest ports, is preparing its case to host the nation’s first-ever maritime court. Yet, while the city’s strategic importance as a logistics hub

Busan and Jeju Forge Alliance for "15-Minute City" Model

Busan and Jeju Forge Alliance for "15-Minute City" Model

Busan, South Korea - Busan Metropolitan City and Jeju Special Self-Governing Province have entered into a formal partnership aimed at advancing the "15-minute city" concept—a progressive urban model prioritizing accessibility and sustainability. The agreement was signed on November 20, 2024, during a ceremony at Busan City Hall,

Beyond Sajik: Why Busan Needs an Ocean-View Baseball Stadium

Beyond Sajik: Why Busan Needs an Ocean-View Baseball Stadium

Busan, South Korea - Busan, a city deeply rooted in its vibrant baseball culture, is on the verge of a transformative decision. While plans to redevelop Sajik Baseball Stadium are well underway, an alternative proposal to construct a world-class baseball stadium in North Port is gaining attention. Advocates see this

Busan’s 15-Minute City Vision: Deullak Nallak and Beyond

Busan’s 15-Minute City Vision: Deullak Nallak and Beyond

Busan, a city at the forefront of urban innovation, is ambitiously pursuing its transformation into a “15-Minute City.” At the heart of this initiative is the acclaimed “Deullak Nallak” children’s cultural complex, alongside infrastructure revamps and sustainability projects. However, as the city navigates its unique geographical constraints and socio-economic

Busan Leads Global Dialogue on Circular Economy at Upcoming Forum

Busan Leads Global Dialogue on Circular Economy at Upcoming Forum

Busan, South Korea - Busan is set to host the "Circular Economy Era: Busan Forum" on November 26, 2024, at the BEXCO 2nd Exhibition Hall, cementing its role as a pioneer in sustainable development. The forum, closely linked to the United Nations’ INC-5 negotiations on plastics, will bring

Can Busan’s Nuclear High School Keep Up with Global Energy Trends?

Can Busan’s Nuclear High School Keep Up with Global Energy Trends?

Busan, South Korea - The Busan Metropolitan Office of Education has announced plans to establish a Nuclear Power High School, aiming to develop a workforce equipped to contribute to the small modular reactor (SMR) sector. While the initiative reflects South Korea's efforts to position itself as a global