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Mayor Park Heong-joon Meets with Nepali Ambassador to Discuss Bilateral Cooperation

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Mayor Park began by welcoming the ambassador and recalling the visit of Acting Ambassador Pushpa Raj Bhattarai to Busan in November of last year, during which both sides discussed ways to strengthen ties between Busan and Nepal.

He went on to emphasize Busan’s cooperation with Busan Technopark in promoting the establishment of an AI Technology Support Center in Nepal and a joint initiative to foster AI professionals.
"This is a key project through which Busan will transfer advanced technologies to Nepal, contributing to its technological development," said Mayor Park.

Mayor Park also highlighted the Nepal Investment Briefing held in Busan last December.
"As a global hub city, Busan actively supports companies seeking to expand overseas. Nepal, with its world-class tourism resources and strategic location between India and China, has strong market potential. I hope this mutual cooperation will help Busan companies successfully enter the Nepali market."

He also mentioned that Busan implements the “Study in Busan” policy to support international students and operates the Busan Foreign Workers Support Center to provide practical assistance to foreign workers.
"We are building a comprehensive system that supports international students throughout their studies and settlement in Busan, including helping them transition into employment."

As of April 2024, there were approximately 1,000 Nepali students studying in Busan, making them the fourth-largest international student group after those from China, Vietnam, and Uzbekistan.

The city also offers various integration and support programs for foreign workers through the Busan Foreign Workers Support Center.

In response, Ambassador Tumbahangphe expressed her gratitude:
"Busan is Korea’s second-largest city after Seoul, and many Nepali workers are living here stably. I deeply appreciate the Mayor's efforts in creating a safe and supportive environment for them."

She added,
"I hope Nepal can learn from Busan’s advanced technologies and apply them to our own development. Nepal has beautiful destinations like Lumbini and the Himalayas, and I warmly invite many citizens of Busan to visit our country."

In closing, Mayor Park remarked,
"I hope that Busan and Nepal will continue to deepen cooperation across various sectors including economy, culture, and tourism."