Gimhae City Launches Full-Scale Operation of National Sports Festival Promotion Team

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kang Woo-kwon] Gimhae City announced on the 4th that it will form and officially operate the 'National Sports Festival Promotion Team,' a dedicated organization at the department level to prepare for the successful hosting of the 2023 National Sports Festival.

The promotion team, consisting of two teams?the Sports Festival Planning Team and the Sports Festival Facilities Team?is responsible for the construction of the main stadium where the opening and closing ceremonies will be held, as well as the preparation, planning, and operation to ensure a smooth National Sports Festival.

The city successfully secured the hosting rights for the National Sports Festival in March last year and, to nurture talent in preparation for the event, established four new corporate teams in weightlifting, bowling, shooting, and taekwondo in addition to the existing soccer and hockey teams. This year, it is also promoting the establishment of a women's kendo team.

Mayor Heo Seong-gon emphasized, "The 2023 National Sports Festival will enhance the brand value of Gimhae City, home to 560,000 residents, and revitalize the stagnant economy of the Gyeongnam region. We will work closely with Gyeongnam Province to ensure no negligence in the preparations and strive to create an economical festival that achieves maximum effect with minimal cost, as well as a harmonious festival that unites the entire nation."

The 104th National Sports Festival, held in October 2023, will be hosted not only in Gimhae City, the main venue, but also distributed across 17 cities and counties in Gyeongnam. It is expected that approximately 30,000 officials and athletes will visit, contributing to the economic revitalization of the Gyeongnam region.

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