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  • 49 Participated in The UNDP FC4S Network online meeting

    Participated in The UNDP FC4S Network online meeting

    □ Participated in The UNDP FC4S Network online meetingㅇ Date : April 22, 2024 (Mon) 15:00 (KST)ㅇ Main Agenda- Introduction of the main status of Korea's green finance (supply of KRW 420 trillion in climate response policy funds by 2030, creation of the Busan Future Growth Venture Fund, etc.) - Invitation to speak at the BFC-Z/Yen 36th Global Financial Center Index (GFCI) Release Event - Discussion on possible participation in BFC FC4S Steering Committee, etc. ㅇ Participants- (BFC)Soongoo Ahn Ph.D, Director of the Financial Research Div 2Seungjae Choi, Team Leader of the Financial Hub Development TeamGyeongmi Lee, Manager of the Financial Hub Development Team- (FC4S) Stephen Nolan, Managing Director of UNDP Financial Centres for Sustainability(FC4S)Maurice Wee, Coordinator&Analyst Sustainable Finance Hub UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub

    BFC관리자 2024-04-22 VIEWS13

  • 48 Hosted The 9th Busan Financial Hub Forum

    Hosted The 9th Busan Financial Hub Forum

    The 9th Busan Financial Hub Forum□ Forum Overviewㅇ Organizer : Busan Finance Centerㅇ Date : April 17, 2024 (Wed) 14:00∼17:00ㅇ Venue : Conference Room of the Korea Securities Depository (BIFC 39th Floor)ㅇ Key participants: 23 practitioners from the Financial Supervisory Service, Bank of Korea, employee organizations (Busan Metropolitan City, Korea Exchange, Korea Asset Management Corporation, Korea Ocean Business Corporation, BNK Busan Bank, KoreaTechnology Finance Corporation), academia, and industryㅇ Topic Presentations1) Current status and challenges of maritime finance2) Innovation of advanced digital capital market3) Desirable regulatory measures for digital finance※ Please note that the presentation materials cannot be disclosed.

    BFC관리자 2024-04-18 VIEWS32

  • 47 Carbon credits Seminar Held at Busan Finance Center

    Carbon credits Seminar Held at Busan Finance Center

    A seminar was conducted at the Busan Finance Center, inviting experts on carbon credits to study the establishment of a voluntary carbon market. □ Seminar Overview ㅇ Date: April 11, 2024 (Thursday), 14:00 ㅇ Main Content: Current status of the global carbon trading market and the potential of Busan - Scale of the global Emission Trading System and voluntary carbon market - Current status of the carbon credists market in Asia - Directions for activating carbon finance in Busan ㅇ Speaker: Ceo of Net Zero Sapiens* (* Carbon finance startup) ㅇ Participants - Busan Metropolitan City, Busan Finance Center, etc.

    BFC관리자 2024-04-15 VIEWS38

  • 46 Participated in the UNDP FC4S Network online meeting

    Participated in the UNDP FC4S Network online meeting

    □ Participated in the BFC-FC4S Online Meetingㅇ Date : April 4, 2024 (Tue) 17:00 (KST)ㅇ Agenda : Discussion on 2024 BFC-FC4S cooperation plan - Share BFC major events on FC4S Global Calendar to enhance mutual cooperation among FC4S members - Promoting Busan Financial Centre by publishing BFC's major activities, research data, and publications on the FC4S website ㅇ Participants- (BFC) Seungjae Choi(Team leader of Financial Hub Development Team), Gyeongmi Lee(Manager of Financial Hub Development Team)- (FC4S) Ayesha Badar, Head of Strategic Coordination and Communications at UNDP Sustainbale Finance Hub

    BFC관리자 2024-04-05 VIEWS87

  • 45 Held the 4th Token Securities Forum

    Held the 4th Token Securities Forum

    ㅇ (Date) March 29, 2024 (Friday) 14:00 ~ 16:00ㅇ (Location) BIFC 53rd floor, Busan Finance Center Conference Roomㅇ First Presentation- (Topic) Analysis of Global STO Issuance- (Presenter) CEO & Founder of HappyBlock- (Content) The status and advantages of security token issuance in advanced capital market countriesㅇ Second Presentation- (Topic) Innovation in Advanced DLT Capital Markets- (Presenter) Professor Kim Hong-bae (Dongseo University)- (Content) Differences in the introduction paths of advanced DLT markets

    BFC관리자 2024-04-01 VIEWS104

  • 44 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub" - Keynote Speech by Michael Mainelli,..

    At the symposium commemorating the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub, Michael Mainelli, the Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation, delivered a keynote speech via video. He stated, "Busan serves as a gateway to Asia and a hub for innovation, science and technology, and maritime activities, making it a key city for the connections needed for London's prosperity." He also observed, "Over the past 15 years, Busan has undergone significant changes in its cityscape with the construction of international finance center infrastructure," and noted, "Financial institutions in Busan are actively addressing challenges facing our planet, such as green finance." He continued, "Busan has consistently been selected among the top 40 cities in the Global Financial Centres Index," and encouraged them, "Be proud of your past achievements and have more confidence in your future."

    BFC관리자 2024-03-22 VIEWS150

  • 43 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub" - Keynote Speech by Lee Bok-hyun, Gov..

    At a symposium organized by the Busan Finance Center to discuss the achievements and challenges on the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub, Lee Bok-hyun, Governor of the Financial Supervisory Service, delivered a keynote speech. He declared that the financial authorities will spare no effort to help Busan's financial hub advance further. First, to continue innovation amidst digital transformation, support for fintech companies will be strengthened. Second, to seize the opportunities presented by changes in the global financial environment, the construction of digital and climate change-related financial infrastructure will be pursued. Third, support will be provided for customized strategies tailored to each financial hub to solidify its foundation. Particularly, he emphasized that the financial authorities will collaborate closely with local governments, public institutions, and financial companies in a united effort to support policy finance in Busan, a global logistics hub and a center for maritime finance, and to promote advanced industries such as smart ports.

    BFC관리자 2024-03-22 VIEWS148

  • 42 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub" - Congratulatory remarks by Chairman..

    At a symposium held to discuss the achievements and challenges of the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub, Chairman of the Korea Developmnet Bank, delivered a congratulatory remarks. He stated that in January 2023, to expand the base for regional economic growth, the bank had increased its business organizations in Busan, including the Southeast Investment Finance Center, and had established systematic support programs such as "special loan products for supporting traditional local industries" to revitalize the local economy. Additionally, he emphasized that the bank is leading in providing specialized financial support for maritime logistics by operating the KDB Smart Ocean Infrastructure Fund, which supports the enhancement of maritime infrastructure, and utilizing Industrial Bank's top-notch capabilities in ship financing and foreign exchange derivative products. The bank has also launched the regional specialized venture platform "V:Launch" and created the "Busan Future Growth Venture Fund" to invest in innovative companies in Busan, injecting vitality into the local ecosystem. Efforts are also being made to nurture innovative companies through initiatives like "Busan Innovation Startup Town" and "KDB NextONE Busan." He stated that Korea Developmnet Bank will lead the effort to make Busan a global financial hub representing Asia by leveraging its global network, competitive foreign currency funding, overseas IB/PF capabilities, and extensive global business experience.

    BFC관리자 2024-03-22 VIEWS119

  • 41 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub" - Congratulatory Remarks by Vice Mayo..

    At a symposium held to discuss the achievements and challenges on the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub, Vice Mayor for Economic Affairs of Busan Metropolitan City, delivered a congratulatory remarks. Specifically, Vice Mayor highlighted that Busan, designated as a financial hub in 2009, is aiming to develop into a Northeast Asian financial hub by strengthening its role as a global logistics center and a specialized financial hub for maritime and derivatives finance, centered around policy financial institutions. He mentioned achievements such as the construction of core financial infrastructure through the mixed development of the Busan International Finance Center (BIFC), the concentration of financial public institutions, the creation of a global financial cluster, the cultivation of maritime and derivatives financial specialists, and the establishment of a fintech hub. Particularly, he mentioned plans to enhance Busan's global competitiveness by developing it as a central axis of the southern region and a base for finance, logistics, and advanced industries, with projects such as the construction of the new Gadeok Island airport, redevelopment of the North Port, relocation of policy financial institutions, and development of the Centum City Phase 2. He emphasized various efforts and plans for Busan to move forward as a global hub city, including the enactment of a special law for global hub cities and the launch of a digital asset exchange planned for October, supported by the government's will.

    BFC관리자 2024-03-22 VIEWS140

  • 40 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub" - Opening remarks by President Myongh..

    Myongho Rhee, President of the Busan Finance Center, stated that Busan hopes to develop into a key hub that can attract foreign financial capital and mediate transactions, comparable to international financial cities such as Singapore and Hong Kong. Furthermore, he announced that BFC will accelerate the creation of a financial hub in Busan through leading research and active domestic and international promotional activities. He also expressed gratitude for the participation of Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation in the keynote speech, stating that the support from the London Corporation provided an opportunity to further strengthen Busan's international position.

    BFC관리자 2024-03-22 VIEWS104

  • 39 Held a

    Held a "15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub"

    The Busan Finance Center held a symposium to discuss the achievements and challenges of the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub specializing in maritime and derivative finance. The symposium discussed innovative policies to develop Busan into a global financial hub, including the designation of a financial special zone, attracting policy financial institutions, and establishing a digital asset exchange. In particular, President Myongho Rhee stated that the Busan Finance Center would support the creation of a Busan financial hub through leading research and active domestic and international promotional activities, and expressed gratitude for the participation of the Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation in the keynote speech, noting that the support of the City of London Corporation provided an opportunity to further strengthen Busan's international standing. ㅇ Event Title : 15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub ㅇ Theme : Achievements and Challenges of the 15th Anniversary of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub ㅇ Date : March 19, 2024, 11:00~15:00 ㅇ Venue : Pearl Room, 3rd floor of Lotte Hotel, Busan ㅇ Co-hosts : Busan Finance Center, Kookje Daily News ㅇ Organizer : (Association) Financial City Busan Forum ㅇ Key Participants (Opening Remarks) Myongho Rhee, President of the Busan Finance Center (Congratulatory Remarks) Vice Mayor for Economic Affairs of Busan Metropolitan City, Chairman of the Korea Developmnet Bank, Chairman of the Busan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Keynote Speech) Lee Bok-hyun, Governor of the Financial Supervisory Service, Michael Mainelli, Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation- Go to Original article- Go to Youtube Link

    BFC관리자 2024-03-20 VIEWS116

  • 38 Held the 'Busan Global Financial Hub Conference' with  Z/Yen Group

    Held the 'Busan Global Financial Hub Conference' with Z/Yen Group

    □ Held the 'Busan Global Financial Hub Conference' with Z/Yen Groupㅇ Date : March 11, 2024 (Monday), 17:00 (KST)ㅇ Speakers and Topics Mr. Myungshin Yoo, Head, International Affairs Department, Financial Supervisory Service- Introduction to the Financial Hub Team & Financial Supervisory Service Mr. Hyo-Kyung Kim, Director of Finance & Blockchain Division, Busan Metropolitan City- Busan Global Hub City & Digital ecosystem for Busan Global Financial Hub Soongoo Ahn, Ph.D, Director, Financial Research Division, Busan Finance Center - BIFC Introduction, Incentive & Future Ecosystem ㅇ Target Audience: Members of the Z/Yen Group's FS Club* * Composed of over 5,000 companies and 30,000 individual members from 138 countries ㅇ Related Links: - Direct link to the'Financial Centres Of The World 2024: Focus On Busan' website - Direct link to the'Financial Centres Of The World 2024: Focus On Busan' Youtube ㅇ Notes: It is considered a prime opportunity to introduce Busan's status in 'digital finance', including digital asset exchanges and blockchain regulation-free zones, to overseas audiences in order to foster the creation of a Busan global financial hub.

    BFC관리자 2024-03-12 VIEWS137

  • 37 Conducted an interim report on the study on financial support measures for the greening of the marine fuel supply industry

    Conducted an interim report on the study on financial support measures for the greening of the marine fuel supply indust..

    ㅁ Conducted an interim report on the study on financial support measures for the greening of the marine fuel supply industryㅇ Date : March 7, 2024 (Thursday), 16:00~17:50ㅇ Venue : Korea Ocean Business Corporation Pacific Conference RoomㅇMain content :Report on research progress and receive opinionsㅇ Future schedule : Final Reporting Meeting, in June 2024

    BFC관리자 2024-03-08 VIEWS115

  • 36 Apply for interview for the 29th recruitment of new members of the Busan Maritime Expert Club

    Apply for interview for the 29th recruitment of new members of the Busan Maritime Expert Club

    ㅇ Content : Busan Maritime Expert Club 29th New Member Recruitment and Interview Supportㅇ Date : 2024. 2. 29.(Thu), 10:30~17:40ㅇ Venue: Busan Finance Center 53F floor conference roomㅇ Competition rate: 3.8 : 1 (Number of selections: 20 / Number of applicants: 76)ㅇ Future Schedule- Announcement of finalists: March 3, 2024 (Sun)

    BFC관리자 2024-02-29 VIEWS148

  • 35 Hosted the first Digital Finance Research Seminar

    Hosted the first Digital Finance Research Seminar

    ㅁ Hosted the first Digital Finance Research Seminarㅇ Date : 2024. 2. 21.(Wed) 16:30~18:30ㅇ Venue : BFC conference room 53Fㅇ Main contents- Fintech and blockchain entrepreneurs invited to speak on business models- Establishment of a research network for digital finance research among related institutions in financial centersㅇ Participants- 10 researchers and practitioners from financial center related organizations such as Korea Ocean Business Corporation, Korea Securities Depository, Bank of Korea, etc.

    BFC관리자 2024-02-23 VIEWS251