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International conferences, expositions to be held successively

 

 

A series of international conferences and expositions will be held in Busan in May, further elevating the city's global status.

The city will host the International Aquaculture Exposition-World Aquaculture Congress from May 19-23, the Fifth International Conference of Aquapolises May 21-23 and the 2008 JCI Busan ASPAC Conference May 28-June 1, at Bexco, Nurimaru APEC House and elsewhere.

 

■ 2008 World Aquaculture Congress

This is the largest international aquaculture event, participated in by 3,000 industrial, governmental and academic experts from 94 countries. Presentations and discussions on a variety of related issues, including crab, seawater, freshwater, and mollusk farming will enable participants to share up-to-date industrial trends and new technology. Information:051-888-3325.

 

■ Fifth International Conference of Aquapolises

More than 140 mayors, experts and businesspeople from about 40 major cities will take part in this event under the theme, "For a Sustainable Aquapolis." The meeting, a get-together of cities w ith a unique culture and history based on harmony of water and greenery, will have extensive discussions on subjects such as how to build cityscapes. Information: 051-888-2394

 

■ JCI Busan ASPAC Conference

About 8,000 young businesspeople from 22 countries will gather to hold a trade show, seminars, group discussions and national events. Participants will discuss how young business leaders will be able to lead this era of change with their superior knowledge of IT. Information: 051-807-0528