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The Largest Intangible Heritage Academic Event in the Asia-Pacific
"Exploring Economic Strategies While Preserving Community Values"

'Intangible Cultural Heritage Forum' Poster

The National Heritage Administration announced on September 11 that it will co-host the 'Intangible Cultural Heritage Forum' with the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Intangible Cultural Heritage Center at the Han Culture Experience Center in Jingwansa Temple, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, on September 17 and 18.

This is the largest academic event on intangible heritage in the Asia-Pacific region. Experts and stakeholders from the region will gather to review the current status of intangible heritage in each country and focus on discussing strategies for its preservation and transmission.

This year's theme is 'Intangible Heritage and Economic Activities.' The forum will analyze the social impact of intangible heritage as it is utilized in a wide range of fields, including the local economy, creative industries, and tourism, and seek practical ways to generate sustainable economic returns while preserving the unique values of local communities.

On the first day, Ahmed Eiweida, International Coordinator at the World Bank, will deliver a keynote speech on 'Cultural and Creative Industries and Local Economic Integration.' The first session will explore the economic value of intangible heritage through case studies from Timor-Leste, China, and Korea, while the second session will focus on community-centered economic activities and sustainable development strategies.

The third session on the second day will highlight ethical approaches to the commercialization of intangible heritage. In the special afternoon session, domestic research achievements and real-world applications will be introduced, and Song Wonseop, Associate Professor at Jeju National University, will present on the current status of intangible heritage utilization in Korea.

The National Heritage Administration stated, "We expect this forum to serve as a meaningful platform to reflect on the impact of intangible heritage-based economic activities on local communities and cultures, and to envision future directions for development together."

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