DESPITE the pandemic challenge, the city of Daejeon has continued the preparation for the upcoming 2022 UCLG Daejeon World Congress, which is to be held from October 10th to 14th.
Considering the global pandemic situation, this year’s UCLG Congress will be held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online aspects. With in-person focused meetings, Daejeon, as one of the leading IT nations, is also preparing a streaming platform using GIGA networks and cutting-edge communication network systems for online participants inevitably connecting from their hometowns.
As part of the official programme of the Congress, the Daejeon Track sessions will be organised by affiliated organisations such as the Daejeon Institute of Science & Technology for Enterprise & People, Daejeon Sejong Research Institute, the United Nations Project Office on Governance, and K-Water, focusing on aspects of the science capital, Daejeon.
In terms of international promotion of the Congress, Daejeon has been reaching out to UCLG World and its each regional section, UN, domestic consulates, and other international organisations, as well as encouraging its sister cities to participate in the upcoming Congress. Moreover, Daejeon is focusing more than ever on domestic promotion through close cooperation with the Governors Association of Korea, local municipalities. It will seek ways to mobilise local institutions and increase the active participation of local volunteers.
The 7th UCLG World Congress in 2022 will be held under the theme of ‘Local and Regional Governments Breaking Through as One. Five (5) tracks will be conducted in Daejeon Convention Center and its vicinity. In addition, it plans to hold K-pop concerts, smart exhibitions, and various linked activities during the same period so that all UCLG members can fully enjoy the event. Daejeon hopes all members can participate in the UCLG World Congress and have a pleasant experience.
