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Busan Named Host of the 4th United Nations Ocean Conference

Busan Named Host of the 4th United Nations Ocean Conference□ Busan Metropolitan City will welcome the 4th United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC4) in June 2028.○ The final decision was made on August 10, 2026, at the Seoul Office of the National Fishery Products Quality Management Service, following a competitive bid against Jeju Province.□ Held every three years, the UN Ocean Conference is the highest-level forum devoted to SDG 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources.○ The 4th conference will be co-hosted by Korea and Chile, with the main plenary session convening in Busan in June 2028.○ Coming just two years before the 2030 deadline for achieving the SDGs, UNOC4 will play an important role in assessing progress on ocean issues, including climate change, pollution, and ecosystem preservation, as well as identifying directions for cross-border cooperation toward healthier, more resilient oceans beyond 2030.○ Approximately 20,000 representatives from all 193 UN member states, governments, organizations, civil society, academia, and the private sector are anticipated to attend.□ Busan is home to a major concentration of maritime domains—shipping, ports, shipbuilding, and fisheries—and has robust capabilities in marine science and technology, research, and education.○ In particular, Busan has a strong track record of delivering, as evidenced by the successful hosting of the 10th Our Ocean Conference in 2025. In addition, the city has maintained alliances through the PEMSEA Network of Local Governments*.*Comprising 11 member countries and 21 non-country partners under the Sustainable Development Strategy for the Seas of East Asia○ Busan’s marine expertise and experience, proven competence in organizing large-scale events such as the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and the ASEAN-Republic of Korea Commemorative Summit, and its cutting-edge convention infrastructure were favorably evaluated.□ UNOC4 will enable Korea

Busan Museum of Art Brings ‘Vision and Perspective’ Exhibition to Today Art Museum

Busan Museum of Art Brings ‘Vision and Perspective’ Exhibition to Today Art Museum□ ‘Vision and Perspective’ makes its Beijing debut at the Today Art Museum in China from August 23 to October 7, 2026.□ Marking the first joint presentation by the Busan Museum of Art and the Today Art Museum under the Global Project for Emerging Talent in Busan, the exhibition invites broader readings of the featured practices.○ The Busan Museum of Art looks to East Asia as a platform for international dialogue on art. The exhibition draws attention to the shared contemporaneity of Busan and Beijing and considers how the works may be interpreted within different cultural and critical contexts.○ While consistently pursuing innovative approaches to contemporary art and collaboration, the Today Art Museum can seek further opportunities via this partnership.□ ‘Vision and Perspective’ is one of the Busan Museum of Art’s flagship initiatives, which began in 1999 to establish a foundation for local practitioners. Since 2025, the museum has supported eight artists selected through a public call with a two- to three-year program that encompasses showcases in Korea and abroad as well as avenues for forging professional connections.○ Last year, the domestic exhibition was held at the Sungkok Art Museum in Seoul. In 2026, the Today Art Museum, a private nonprofit museum in Beijing, is staging the overseas exhibition.□ Paintings, installations, and videos explore relationships among images, materials, bodies, and environments that constitute social worlds of the same era.○ Eight artists born or based in Busan— Kang Leekyung, Kim Mirae, Kim Jaewon, Kim Taesung, Park Jihye, Park Hyunsung, You Jangwoo, Yoo Hana —examine traces of compressed modernity shaped by rapid urbanization and industrialization in East Asian cities through their distinct methods.○ The exhibition features recurring moving images, installations that probe structures and gaps, and experiments th

Learn more about the city with the 2026 Busan Identity Tour

Applications for the second-half edition of the 2026 Busan Identity Tour will be open from Aug. 21 through 30, with tours scheduled for September and October. Led by professional culture guides, the program allows participants to explore Busan Future Heritage sites firsthand, discovering tangible and intangible heritage that preserves the memories and stories of modern and contemporary Busan. More than a simple sightseeing tour, the program offers a meaningful glimpse into the history woven into every corner of Busan. This time, the program features four themed courses from Sept. 19 to Oct. 18, visiting neighborhoods across Busan. Each tour has a specific theme that reveals a different aspect of Busan’s modern and contemporary history:- “Benefit” on Sept. 19: Trace Busan’s industrial and commercial development through neighborhoods shaped by industries rooted in the city’s history. - “Warmth” on Sept. 20: Explore neighborhoods in Yeongdo-gu District and discover the city’s long-standing everyday culture. - “Interest” on Oct. 17: Discover Busan’s rich culture and literature heritage.- “Diversity" on Oct. 18: Explore a peaceful retreat enjoyed by locals and diverse neighborhood commercial areas.Each three-hour guided bus tour can accommodate 20 people. Schedules and itineraries are subject to change depending on on-site conditions.Applications are available through the Google Form linked below. Selected participants will be notified individually following a lottery. Note that duplicate selection is not allowed. To prevent no-shows, a participation fee of 5,000 won is charged per team (whether individual or group) and is reimbursed as a drink voucher. For more information, visit the Busan Future Heritage website or contact the relevant public office at the number listed below.※ Busan Identity Tour: Applications open from August 21 through 30◎ Registration: Click ◎ Notice: Click  ◎ Website: Click ◎ Inquiries: 070-4659-0618<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>prefessional: 전문적인 heritage: 유산 tangible: 유형의 intangible: 무형의 preserve: 보존하다 glimpse: 힐끗 보다 contemporary: 현대의 literature: 문학의 accommodate: 수용하다 itinerary: 일정표Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Say good night to summer at the 2026 Busan Night Walk

source: visit busanSkip a night of sleep and walk through Busan all night long! The 2026 Busan Night Walk with dsec offers an overnight walking experience from Aug. 29 to 30. Participants can choose from four courses of varying lengths, all starting at APEC Naru Park in Haeundae-gu District. The routes cover Busan's renowned waterfront walkways, stretching along the Suyeonggang River, Oncheoncheon Stream and Gwangalli Beach. As a signature summer nighttime event, the program invites participants to experience some of Busan's major attractions in a different light after dark. Along riverside, coastal and urban paths, walkers can discover the city as it glows after sunset, offering a fresh perspective on Busan’s neighborhoods and familiar landmarks. The four courses are 42K, 24K, 16K, and 8K, allowing participants to choose a distance that suits their fitness levels and preferences. The new 8K course opens the experience to a wider range of participants, including beginners and families. For all courses except the 42K, participants can choose from multiple start times.Another highlight of this year’s edition is the addition of the Suyeonggang Human Bridge, a barrier-free pedestrian walkway across the Suyeonggang River that opened in March. Participants can take in the surrounding urban scenery as they cross this new pedestrian landmark.Regular tickets are priced at 59,000 won for 42K, 49,000 won for 24K, 42,000 won for 16K and 38,000 won for 8K, and are available through the webpage linked below. After purchase, participants will receive a pair of socks, an official race t-shirt and a running vest. In addition to the walking courses, the event will feature a range of engaging activities throughout the night, including warm-up stretching sessions to help participants prepare safely, mini-games, quiz shows and activity booths. Photo zones and prize drawings will also be available throughout the event, adding more ways for participants to enjoy the night beyond the walk itself.Participants who complete their course will receive a finisher’s medal and commemorative gifts. For more details, please visit the official Night Walk website.※ 2026 Busan Night Walk with dsec, Aug. 29◎ Website: Click ◎ Tickets: Click ◎ Price: - 42K: 59,000 won - 24K: 49,000 won - 16K: 42,000 won - 8K: 38,000 won<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>coastal: 해안의 urban: 도시의 suit: 적합하다 preference: 선호도 pedestrian: 보행자 vest: 조끼Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy