Busan news

Busan, South Korea - The City of Busan, in collaboration with the Busan Public Agency for Social Service (PASS), has unveiled South Korea’s first regional "Social Service Plan" for the years 2024 to 2028. As the first municipality to act on the national "Social Service Master

Busan, South Korea - Busan Metropolitan City is rapidly transforming into a hub of demographic change, with nearly one in four of its residents now aged 65 or older. Recent data from the Ministry of Interior and Safety reveals that Busan’s elderly population has surged to 23.87% of

Busan, South Korea – The City of Busan has announced that the Baekyang Tunnel will officially become toll-free on January 10, 2025. This decision follows the expiration of the current management contract with the private operator on January 9, 2025, marking the end of over two decades of toll collection. The

Busan, South Korea — The Busan city government has been recognized as a national leader in inclusive personnel management, receiving the prestigious Minister of Personnel Management Award at the 6th Integrated Personnel Performance Sharing Conference held on December 23 in Sejong City. This accolade highlights Busan’s sustained efforts to advance

Busan, South Korea - For years, the journey between Busan’s bustling cityscape and Geoje’s serene coastline has been one of patience and perseverance. Commuters, tourists, and workers navigating the winding routes and crowded highways have long sought a faster, more efficient connection between the two regions. Now, a

Busan, South Korea – As Busan works to establish itself as a key player in the global economy, the city unveiled its 2025 administrative strategy during a comprehensive meeting held at city hall on Monday. The roadmap emphasizes economic revitalization, environmental sustainability, and citizen welfare, with plans across five critical sectors: