Namwon, Jeollabuk-do, Korea
Overview of Namwon
| Location | Central location for inland transportation in the southwestern Korea |
|---|---|
| Population | 85,505 |
| Area | 752.26㎢ |
| Administrative Departments | 2 bureaus, 25 offices, 2 agencies, 3 eup offices |
| City Council | 16 council members |
| Features | Developed cultural and transportation infrastructure Beautiful natural scenery, balanced agriculture and industry |
| Date of Sister City Agreement | March 30, 1999 |
| Reasons for Sister City Agreement | Harmony between southwestern and southeastern regions in Korea and cultural and geographical similarities between the two cities Mutual cooperation between the two cities for mutual development and prosperity |
| Website | www.namwon.go.kr |
History of Exchange
- Administrative Exchange: Sharing of administrative information and common administrative agenda
- Cultural Exchange: Mutual visits to city festivals and exchange performances of private cultural and arts groups
- Sports Exchange: Mutual exchange programs on sports
Future Plans
- Create base for exporting Miryang’s tourism products
- Improvement of friendly exchanges between the two cities through mutual visits to local cultural and arts events
- Enhance sports and youth exchange programs