Shin Sang-jin, the mayor of Seongnam, is actively pursuing expanded cooperation with Uzbekistan's Namangan region in the fields of smart cities and advanced industries, aiming to strengthen global exchanges for Seongnam.
On September 10, Mayor Shin met with Shavkat Abdurasakov, the governor of Namangan, to share key policies and industrial developments from both regions and discuss practical cooperation measures.
This meeting was organized to explore the potential for collaboration as the Namangan delegation examined Seongnam's smart city policies and advanced industrial landscape.
During the meeting, Mayor Shin expressed his intention to expand the existing friendly relations with Namangan City to the regional level, emphasizing the need to strengthen practical cooperation across various sectors, including economy, industry, culture, education, and human exchanges.
Citizens also voiced their hopes that this exchange would not be limited to a mere international event but would serve as a catalyst for connecting Seongnam's industrial and corporate competitiveness with overseas markets.
One resident stated, “Seongnam has industrial strengths that are hard to find in other regions, such as advanced companies and the Pangyo Techno Valley. It is essential to actively connect these strengths with foreign cities. I hope this leads to tangible results, such as actual business exchanges or youth education programs, rather than just photo opportunities and greetings.”
Another resident emphasized, “For Seongnam to grow as an international innovation city rather than just competing domestically, cooperation with foreign cities is crucial. I hope the discussions with Namangan lead to concrete projects that elevate Seongnam's status.”
Mayor Shin Sang-jin welcomed the Namangan delegation, noting their rich human resources and growth potential.
He added, “I hope this visit will solidify our existing friendly relations with Namangan City and broaden our cooperation into various fields, including economy, industry, culture, and education.”
Looking ahead, Mayor Shin plans to continue expanding exchanges with cities and regions worldwide, aiming to establish mutually beneficial partnerships that enhance Seongnam's status as a global innovation city.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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