Since signing sister-city status in November 1993, Shanghai and Busan have been rocking sister-city vibes for over 30 years, supercharging ties in trade, tech, green shipping, and culture! 🎉
Here’s how these two port powerhouses are making waves:
- Trade & Tech: They’ve synced port operations and shared the latest shipping tech to boost efficiency.
- Green Shipping: Joining forces on eco-friendly routes to shrink carbon footprints. 🌱
- Investment & Education: In September, Busan’s mayor landed in Shanghai to ramp up startup funding and student exchange programs.
- Culture & Film: The Shanghai Film Festival hit Busan 2024, screening five fresh Chinese mainland flicks and sparking new industry partnerships. 🎥
With the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting coming to Gyeongju, this deep bond between the Chinese mainland and South Korea’s top port cities sets the stage for bigger regional wins. 🌏
From faster container handling to backstage passes at international premieres, the Shanghai–Busan collab is a blueprint for youth-driven urban innovation and cross-border friendship. Here’s to the next 30 years of epic teamwork! 🍻
Reference(s):
APEC Stories: Over 30 years of friendship between Shanghai and Busan
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