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One Team Busan—United in Spirit, Reviewing Preparations and Pledging Success for the National Sports Festival

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The Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that it held the 3rd Preparation Progress Briefing Session for the 106th National Sports Festival and the 45th National Sports Festival for the Disabled on June 20 at 10:00 AM in the City Hall main conference room.

Presided over by Vice Mayor Lee Joon-seung, the meeting brought together about 60 participants, including heads of all city departments, offices, bureaus, district and county governments, the City Office of Education, Busan Police Agency, Busan Sports Council, and Busan Disabled Sports Council, to review the overall status of festival preparations. The session proceeded with detailed briefings from the City Office of Education, Police Agency, and district and county offices, followed by a general discussion.

The key points discussed included:

• ●City Office of Education: Reported on support for student cheer squads and the opening of school stadiums to foster a festival atmosphere together with the younger generation.

• ●Busan Metropolitan Police Agency: Shared detailed safety, security, and traffic control plans to ensure a safe environment throughout the Games.

• ●District and County Offices: Outlined promotional strategies and cultural programs reflecting local characteristics. Plans include utilizing major tourist attractions like Haeundae Beach and Gamcheon Culture Village, as well as organizing unique cultural events such as M-drone and light shows to provide athletes and spectators with special experiences.

Vice Mayor Lee emphasized the importance of active inter-agency cooperation and encouraged all parties to work together to ensure the successful hosting of the Games. He specifically:

• ●Requested the City Office of Education to secure stadiums and student cheering support, highlighting that “having students—our future leaders—actively engage and cheer in the Games will be deeply meaningful.”

• ●Urged the Police Agency to ensure meticulous security, escort, traffic, and safety measures, emphasizing that utmost attention must be paid to creating a safe and secure environment.

• ●Asked the 16 district and county offices to promote the charm and culture of Busan through citizen supporters, torch relays, and active connection with local tourist spots and cultural content.

Through this briefing, the city aims to reinforce coordination with relevant institutions and resolve any remaining issues, preparing for a successful Games—the first in 25 years to be held in Busan.

Vice Mayor Lee Joon-seung stated:

“We will do our utmost to ensure the success of the 106th National Sports Festival and the 45th National Sports Festival for the Disabled. These events will raise Busan’s status, offer citizens a chance to experience the inspiration of sports and culture, and be held with the highest level of safety—without a single incident.”