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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 be talking about 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, Korea, in 2030
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    Korea proposes a new global standard
    Open Market & an Economic Powerhouse
    A “Bridge Nation” Shifting from a Developing Country to an Advanced Economy : A top ten global economy, eighth largest in 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
    Inspires and entertains a global audience with cultural content such as K Pop, K Drama series, 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
    A vivid destination for international events
    Extensive experience with many international events such as the APEC Summit and the ASEAN-Korea Commemorative Summit
  • 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 : Blockchain Economic Zone, smart city infrastructure, and more
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Full approval from the government
    Bidding Committee 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 & the Advisory Committee
  • 03
    We, as one team, are gearing up for the World EXPO 2030 Busan bid
    Active participation of 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
    Strong aspiration of the public
    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
  • [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