'The 1st Asia Urban Forum' to be held in Songdo, Incheon in September... Gathering global urban capabilities

Incheon City announced on the 25th that it will hold the "1st Asia Urban Forum (AUF)" at Songdo Convensia on September 21.

This global forum is held to create practical synergistic effects such as global knowledge sharing and business cooperation and exchange by building a network among influential cities centered on Incheon, in line with the goal of the 8th term of Incheon city administration, "Incheon, a top-tier city where citizens are happy."

First, the city plans to unite the full capabilities of related industry, academia, research, and government sectors so that Incheon can play a pivotal role in becoming a global hub city.

Accordingly, on the 22nd, the city held a kickoff meeting for the Asia Urban Forum with urban research institutions such as the UN Habitat Korea Committee, Incheon Tourism Organization, and Incheon Urban Corporation to discuss the specific direction and event operation plans of the forum. Various programs that international organizations, universities, and companies in the region can participate in are being planned.

Incheon City Hall

The forum will operate sessions under the theme "The Era of Cities, Asia's Recovery and Prosperity," including ▲keynote speeches ▲special dialogues among Asian mayors ▲global urban expert sessions ▲future sessions (innovative technology, digital healthcare, eco-friendly energy, inclusive cities). About 300 participants including Asian city mayors, senior officials, urban experts, business representatives, and youth are expected to attend.

Additionally, as separate programs for domestic and international VIPs, a VIP networking dinner and cultural performances will be held on the 21st, and an industrial inspection on the 22nd, aiming to build close ties with policymakers and introduce excellent industrial infrastructure.

The city plans to actively promote Incheon's key projects such as "New Hong Kong City," "10 Million City Incheon," and "Jemulpo Renaissance" through this event to establish an Asian network and create practical business cooperation opportunities.

An Incheon city official stated, "We will prepare thoroughly so that Incheon can develop as a leading city model for the co-growth of Asian cities," and added, "We ask related local institutions and companies to join us in establishing a platform for the mutual development of industry, academia, research, and government in Incheon."

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