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Korea’s challenge to host the World EXPO!
Busan begins the challenge,
and Korea achieves it together
We will host Korea’s first World EXPO in Busan in 2030
  • Schedule
    May 1, 2030 - October 31, 2030
  • Site
    Busan North Port Area, Korea
  • Theme
    Transforming Our World, Navigating Toward a Better Future
World EXPO 2030 BUSAN will focus on the future of mankind
Transforming Our World, Navigating toward a Better Future
  • Sustainable living with Nature
    Planet: Greener Life
  • Technology for Humanity
    Prosperity: Technological Innovation
  • Platform for Caring & Sharing
    People: Inclusive Society
All eyes will be on Busan, in 2030
  • 01
    Korea proposes a new global standard
    Open Market
    Economic Powerhouse
    A “Bridge Nation” shifting from a Developing Country to an Advanced Economy:
    A top 10 global economy, eighth largest by trade volume
  • 01
    Korea proposes a new global standard
    Cutting Edge Technology,
    an Industrial Powerhouse
    Industry leader in sectors fueled by innovation, such as semiconductors, batteries, electric cars, and clean energy
  • 01
    Korea proposes a new global standard
    Creativity & the Arts: Cultural Powerhouse
    Inspiring and entertaining a global audience with cultural content
    such as K-pop, K-Drama, and Korean cinema
  • 02
    Busan is a global city with the capabilities of hosting major international events
    A City Undaunted
    by Challenges
    From the ruins of the Korean War, Busan rises as an engine of growth
  • 02
    Busan is a global city with the capabilities of hosting major international events
    The Epicenter of
    K Wave
    Heart of K Culture with 40 million or more annual visitors, Busan International Film Festival, and much more
  • 02
    Busan is a global city with the capabilities of hosting major international events
    An excellent destination
    for International events
    Extensive experience hosting international events such as the APEC Summit and ASEAN-Korea Commemorative Summits
  • 02
    Busan is a global city with the capabilities of hosting major international events
    A Leading Urban Center
    of the Future
    A model city of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Block Economic Zone, Smart city infrastructure and more
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Full Government Approval
    Nationwide bidding activities under the Government Bid Committee
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Bi-partisan support from the National Assembly
    Unwavering support through the Special Committee & Advisory Committee
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Active participation
    by world leading businesses
    Promotion of bidding support activities centered on Korea’s top 10 global companies
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Aspirations of Citizens
    Various bidding support activities led by university student supporters & civic organizations
  • Cutting Edge Technology &
    an Industrial Powerhouse
  • Creativity & the Arts:
    Cultural Powerhouse
  • A City Undaunted by Challenges
  • The Epicenter of K Wave
  • A leading destination for
    international events
  • Leading Urban Center of
    the Future
  • Full approval from the government
  • Bi-partisan support from the
    Narional Assembly
  • Active participation of
    world leading businesses
  • Strong aspiration of the public
  • Open Market & an Economic
    Powerhouse
EXPO NEWS
  • The Busan World Expo Symposium
    The Busan World Expo Symposium
  • [Republic of Korea] Korea ready for final showdown in bid for World Expo 2030
  • [Republic of Korea] Businesses team up with gov't to support Busan's World Expo bid
  • [Republic of Korea] Reception event for Busan's Expo bid lights up Paris