Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority Introduces 'Foreigner-Friendly Restaurant' Certification in Songdo International City

Incheon Free Economic Zone Songdo International City
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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority is selecting and promoting restaurants that are convenient for foreigners to use.

On the 6th, the Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority announced that it will pilot the 'Foreigner-Friendly Certification System' targeting general restaurants in Songdo International City.

The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority will accept restaurant participation applications until the 17th, form an evaluation panel consisting of foreigners living in Songdo communities, conduct on-site evaluations from August to October, and finally select certified restaurants in November.

The evaluation criteria include whether an English menu is available, whether employees who can communicate in English are working, and whether English services are provided on the restaurant's website or social networking services (SNS).

Certified restaurants will receive a signboard and will be actively promoted through the Incheon Tourism Organization's tourist information centers, Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority travel brochures, websites, and social networking services (SNS) to make them easy for foreigners to find.

An official from the Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority stated, "Through the newly introduced certification system, we aim to reduce the inconveniences foreigners living in the Incheon Free Economic Zone experience when using restaurants and provide an opportunity to introduce Songdo's popular eateries."

As of the end of May this year, the foreign population in the Incheon Free Economic Zone reached a total of 6,288, including 3,662 in Songdo, 1,622 in Yeongjong, and 1,004 in Cheongna.

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