Table of Contents
- Busan-Vietnam Friendship Cooperation: Welcome to the 'Consulate General Era'
- "Busan, a city trusted by the Vietnam government"
- 30th Anniversary of Sister City with Ho Chi Minh City: Deepening Exchanges
- What is the location and opening date of the Consulate General?
- Conclusion: The establishment of the Vietnam Consulate General provides strategic opportunities for Busan
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Busan-Vietnam Friendship Cooperation: Welcome to the 'Consulate General Era'
The Consulate General of Vietnam in Busan is set to be newly established. This consulate is expected to play an important role in promoting economic, cultural, and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries beyond mere diplomatic functions. It is also anticipated that a foundation will be laid for Vietnamese residents to settle down stably and carry out business activities smoothly.
On July 4, 2025, at 10 a.m., Mayor Park Hyung-joon of Busan and the new Consul General of Vietnam in Busan, Doan Phuong Lan, met at the international reception room of the city hall for an official meeting. In this meeting, an in-depth discussion took place about the opening of the consulate and future cooperation plans. This cooperation is expected to further solidify the relationship between the two countries and lead to development in various fields.
"Busan, a city trusted by the Vietnam government"
During the meeting, Mayor Park emphasized, "The establishment of the Consulate General in Busan is a strong signal that the Vietnam government trusts Busan." He added, "This decision will provide practical benefits to residents, students, and businesspeople."
Currently, approximately 14,000 Vietnamese nationals reside in Busan, the highest rate among foreign residents. In particular, they actively contribute to the local community in various fields such as students, workers, and marriage immigrants.
Consul General Doan Phuong Lan expressed, "I am very pleased to be appointed as the first consul general in Busan," and stated his determination to do his best to swiftly open the consulate. He also shared his ambition to actively promote practical and diverse cooperation policies through collaboration with the jurisdiction.
30th Anniversary of Sister City with Ho Chi Minh City: Deepening Exchanges
Since 1995, Busan has continuously maintained its sister city relationship with Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This has led to various cooperation achievements, and especially this year marks the 30th anniversary of the sister relationship with special commemorative projects being actively conducted.
Busan opened a trade office in Ho Chi Minh City in 2008 and has been working on cooperation with Vietnam through inviting training for civil servants, supporting Korean language schools, and cultural exchange programs. These efforts showcase how consistently Busan has solidified its cooperative relationship.
With the establishment of the consulate general in Busan, diplomatic communication between the two cities is expected to become more seamless. As a result, both quantitative and qualitative improvements in exchanges are anticipated. Attention is drawn to what outcomes the cooperation between Busan and Ho Chi Minh City will bring in the future.
What is the location and opening date of the Consulate General?
Currently, the location and opening schedule for the new foreign consulate in Busan are under coordination. Consul General Doan Phuong Lan has expressed his willingness to complete the opening preparations as swiftly as possible. It is expected to be officially opened once administrative procedures and space allocation are completed.
The opening of a foreign consulate in Busan signifies an important event indicating the elevated international status of the city. This is expected to greatly aid in strengthening Busan's global diplomatic network.
Conclusion: The establishment of the Vietnam Consulate General provides strategic opportunities for Busan
With the establishment of the Vietnam Consulate General in Busan, new opportunities for city diplomacy, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange have emerged. In particular, it is expected that the protection of the rights of Vietnamese residents and access to administrative services will improve, and a foundation for Busan companies to enter and invest in Vietnam will be established.
We hope that Busan City and the consulate general will carry out various cooperation projects for mutual prosperity, which will mark an important diplomatic achievement for both Vietnam and Busan. This change is expected to further strengthen the relationship between the two regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the main role of the newly established Vietnam Consulate General in Busan?
The Vietnam Consulate General will promote economic, cultural, and people-to-people exchanges and support the stable settlement of residents.
The Vietnam Consulate General to be established in Busan will play an important role in promoting economic, cultural, and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries, going beyond a simple diplomatic function. In particular, it is expected to provide a foundation for Vietnamese residents to settle down stably and carry out various activities in the community.
Q. What position did Mayor Park Hyung-joon express regarding the opening of the Vietnam Consulate General?
Mayor Park evaluated the establishment of the consulate as a signal of the trust of the Vietnam government in Busan.
Mayor Park Hyung-joon evaluated the establishment of the Vietnam Consulate General as a strong signal that the Vietnam government is sending trust to Busan and emphasized that it is a good opportunity to provide practical benefits to residents, students, and business people. This indicates an important turning point in strengthening cooperation between Busan and Vietnam.
Q. How has the sister city relationship between Busan and Ho Chi Minh City developed?
A variety of cooperation projects and exchanges have taken place since the sister city relationship was established in 1995.
Busan has maintained its sister city relationship with Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam since 1995, continuously promoting the establishment of a trade office, training for civil servants, support for Korean language schools, and cultural exchange programs. This year marks the 30th anniversary, and special commemorative projects are underway, with expectations for qualitative improvements in diplomatic communication and exchanges due to the establishment of the consulate general.
Q. When and where will the Vietnam Consulate General be located and opened?
The location and opening schedule are being coordinated and are expected to open soon.
Currently, the specific installation location and opening schedule for the Vietnam Consulate General are being coordinated through administrative procedures and space allocation processes. Consul General Doan Phuong Lan has expressed his willingness for a swift opening and plans to officially open as soon as the space and administrative procedures are completed.
Q. What strategic opportunities does the establishment of the Vietnam Consulate General present for Busan?
Strengthening diplomatic, economic, and cultural cooperation, along with protection of residents' rights and laying the foundation for industrial advancement.
The establishment of the consulate general will strengthen Busan's international diplomatic network and create new opportunities for economic cooperation and cultural exchanges between the two countries. Moreover, it will enhance the protection of the rights of Vietnamese residents, laying an important groundwork for Busan companies to enter into and invest in Vietnam. This is expected to yield practical and positive diplomatic outcomes for both Busan and Vietnam.
