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Busan Secures 2026 WAIFC Annual Meeting

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

Busan's Luxury Tourism Bold Vision or Misstep in the Global Race

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

Busan Hosts Inaugural International Buddhist Expo

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

Busan World Expo 2030: Bid Committee Moves Forward in Race to Host Event

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&

Busan Selected to Host 2024 World Volunteer Conference

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

Busan Welcomes Foreign Reporters to Showcase Preparations for 2030 World Expo

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

Busan's "Tailored Negotiations" on African Tour to Promote 2030 World Expo Bid

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