"Transportation and Content Are Key"... Jeonnam Provincial Council Reviews 2026 Yeosu World Islands Expo

Only Two Access Routes to Dolsan... "Urgent Need for Traffic Measures"
Immersive Content and Storytelling Exhibitions Needed

The Jeonnam Provincial Council's Special Committee for Supporting the 2026 Yeosu World Islands Expo held a meeting at the council's Choui Room on the 17th and conducted a comprehensive review of the expo's progress, with about 300 days remaining until the event.

The meeting was attended by Chairman Seo Daehyun, members of the special committee, officials from the Jeonnam Provincial Office's Island and Marine Policy Division, Jo Hyungkeun, Director of Planning at the Organizing Committee, and other key government officials. They engaged in extensive discussions on practical matters such as the overall outline of the expo, the status of project funding, event programs, transportation, accommodation, and food.

The Jeonnam Provincial Council's Special Committee for Supporting the 2026 Yeosu World Islands Expo conducted a comprehensive review of the preparations for the 2026 Yeosu World Islands Expo with about 300 days remaining. Photo by Jeonnam Provincial Council

Chairman Seo strongly criticized the traffic issues in the Dolsan area. He pointed out, "Dolsan, which is the core venue of the expo, has only two access routes: Dolsan Bridge and Geobukseon Bridge," adding, "During holidays, severe traffic congestion repeatedly causes inconvenience for residents."

He also emphasized, "A systematic public transportation-centered plan, such as expanding shuttle bus services, must be established immediately to ensure that visitors can move smoothly during the expo period."

Chairman Seo also expressed concerns regarding the content of the expo. He stated, "With the content currently proposed, it will be difficult to highlight the unique appeal and distinctiveness of the expo," and added, "It is essential to develop immersive content and storytelling exhibitions utilizing local resources so that visitors can truly experience the themes of islands and the ocean."

He highlighted the potential for the expo to generate regional expansion and economic ripple effects, stressing, "This expo should not be just a festival for Yeosu, but an opportunity for growth for all of Jeollanam-do." He further stated, "The council's special committee will provide substantial support through securing budgets and making policy proposals."

Meanwhile, the Special Committee for Supporting the Expo consists of a total of 10 members: Chairman Seo Daehyun (Yeosu 2), Vice Chairman Kim Hwashin (Proportional Representation), Lee Gwangil (Yeosu 1), Lee Donghyun (Boseong 2), Choi Byungyong (Yeosu 5), Kang Jeongil (Gwangyang 2), Han Chunok (Suncheon 2), Park Seonjun (Goheung 2), Joo Jongseop (Yeosu 6), and Lim Hyeongseok (Gwangyang 1). The committee continues to carry out institutional and financial support activities.

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