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Busan wants international students to come and pursue their dreams!
Busan is now in a stronger position to attract international students who major in advanced industries. On April 3, the city announced its selection for the Regional Specialized Visa Pilot Program, an initiative led by the Ministry of Justice. The program allows local governments to flexibly adjust visa requirements according to their industrial landscape and workforce needs. The Ministry of Justice will decide on the proposed changes to visa issuance.
Under the program, Busan can lay a firm groundwork for cultivating global talents while driving industrial growth. International students will be eligible for mid-semester internships, and visa requirements will be eased, especially for those studying in key fields like semiconductors, batteries and automotive manufacturing.
To infuse future industries with the fresh perspective and skills of global talents, Busan aims to attract 1,000 international students within 2 years. This effort will be supported by close collaboration with local universities and businesses, creating an environment where international students can thrive and potentially settle in the city. It will also align with national initiatives such as the Ministry of Education’s Regional Innovation System & Education (RISE) Project and the GLOCAL University Project.
At a time when local universities are facing declining enrollment, the initiative is expected to stabilize the student population and revitalize the regional economy by providing comprehensive support to international students living, studying, and working in Busan.
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flexibly: 융통성있게 adjust: 조정하다 workforce: 노동력 groundwork: 기반 cultivate: 구축하다 infuse: 불어넣다 perspective: 관점 align with: ~에 맞춰 조정하다 declining: 감소하는 enrollment: 등록 stabilize: 안정시키다 revitalize: 재활성화시키다 comprehensive: 포괄적인
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