The Busan Finance Center discussed cooperation plans with major London institutions such as Z/Yen, TheCityUK, IMO, and UNDP FC4S to ensure the successful hosting of the 2026 WAIFC Annual Meeting and to strengthen its global network.
Lee Dong-hae, Director of the Busan Finance Center, participated in the launch ceremony of the “Busan Maritime Finance Development Council” and presented policy initiatives for the development of Busan as a maritime finance hub.

□ Date & Time: July 1, 2025 (Monday), 15:00–16:30
□ Participants:

ㅇ Representatives from 16 maritime finance-related institutions

ㅇ Marine Finance Center (KDB, K-SURE, KEXIM), Korea Ocean Business Corporation, Busan Bank, Korea Shipowners’ Association, Korea Shipping Association, Busan Marine Equipment Association, Korea Maritime & Ocean University, Busan Finance Center, etc.

□ Discussion Points:

ㅇ Introduction of the Busan Maritime Finance Development Council and presentation of maritime finance research cases

- Busan Institute: Policy expansion plans for fostering Busan’s maritime finance

- Korea Maritime Institute: Strategic role of maritime finance in promoting Busan as a maritime capital

- Busan Finance Center: Supporting SMEs and mid-sized shipbuilders’ refund guarantees (RG) through the establishment of a shipbuilding mutual aid association

ㅇExplanation of the new administration’s maritime policy direction and discussion on maritime finance cooperation measures