Winners of the “2023 UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize” Emerge from Finland, Pakistan, and South Africa

Sep 11, 2023

The “2023 UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize” was awarded to Finland’s literacy enhancement learning platform “GraphoGame,” Pakistan’s educational project “Himalayan Literacy Network” designed for nomadic tribal children, and South Africa’s e-library project by educational technology (edtech) company “Snapplify.”

24 Cities of Culture and 100 Local Cultural Teams Showcase Regional Culture

Sep 08, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST), in partnership with Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor PARK Heong Joon) and the National Culture Cities Council (led by Yeongdo District, Chief of District KIM Ki Jae), is set to host the “2023 Korea City of Culture Expo & Global Conference” from September 7 (Thur) to 10 (Sun) at the Mulyangjang (Lighters Wharf) site in Bongraenaru-ro, Yeongdo, Busan. MCST Second Vice Minister JANG Mi Ran inaugurated the event on September 8 (Fri), encouraging representatives and those who have significantly contributed to the promotion of Culture Cities.

“Blue House K-Tourism Landmark” Enhances its Charm with K-Climbing

Sep 06, 2023

JANG Mi Ran, the Second Vice Minister of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST), visited the prominent historical and cultural tourist attraction, the new hiking trail on Bugak Mountain, a part of the “Blue House K-Tourism Landmark.” on September 5 (Tue). During the site visit, she emphasized the charm of the Blue House K-climbing region. This hiking course used to be a closely controlled area, as suggested by the name “Secret Presidential Trail,” but it became accessible to the public in May of the previous year when the Blue House was returned to the people.

Comprehensive Inspection to Fully Prepare for the New and Attractive Sports Festival Gangwon 2024

Sep 05, 2023

The Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism PARK Bo Gyoon visited major venues, including the Gangneung Oval, which is the opening ceremony site for the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games (opening on January 19, 2024) on September 3 (Sun) to check and inspect the preparations for the event. Starting today, The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) in collaboration with the Gangwon 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee (YOGOC) and Gangwon Province, will launch a 100-day relay promotional campaign with the catchphrase “GW 2024, Shine Together!” Legendary athletes KIM Yuna (Honorary ambassador for Gangwon 2024), LEE Sang Hwa (Co-President of the YOGOC), and CHOI Min Jeong (Honorary ambassador for Gangwon 2024) will lead the relay promotion. In addition, MCST will conduct final concentrated inspections to maintain and upgrade the competition facilities and preparations for the event.

Korea’s largest culture and arts festival for people with disabilities held at the Blue House

Sep 04, 2023

The “2023 A+ Festival,” Korea’s largest culture and arts festival for the people with disabilities started on September 1 (Fri) at the Blue House Chunchugwan and heliport. This festival, running until September 15 (Fri), is sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST), hosted by the Federation of Disability Culture and Art Associations of Korea (Standing Representative BAE Eun Joo, FDCA), and organized by the 2023 A+ Festival Organizing Committee (Chairman KIM Seung Soo).