Pohang City Launches 2026 First Half Korean Language Class for Foreign Residents... Strengthening Settlement Support

Pohang City held the opening ceremony for the "2026 First Half Korean Language Class for Foreign Residents" at the City Hall Council Building on March 3, officially commencing the program.

This course is attended by 26 foreign residents from 16 countries, including Indonesia and the United States.

Provided by Pohang City

The students, who come from diverse backgrounds such as international students and working professionals, will be divided into beginner and intermediate levels and will learn Korean and local culture twice a week for three months until June.

Since 2013, this program has served as a communication channel that helps foreign residents settle stably in the region.

Choi Seungwon, who has been teaching at the Korean language class for 11 years, said, "I feel great satisfaction seeing foreign students gain confidence and communicate with the local community as they learn Korean," and added, "I hope this course becomes a time for participants to grow together by understanding each other's cultures, beyond just language acquisition."

Yoon Cheonsu, Head of the Tourism Industry Division, stated, "I hope the Korean language class will serve as a bridge for interaction between local residents and foreigners," and continued, "We will continue to take the lead in building a more inclusive global city in Pohang."

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