IFEZ Proposes Easing Employment Permit Regulations for Foreign Workers
The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority has proposed regulatory easing to improve the business environment for resident companies and to support the foundation for business expansion.
The IFEZ proposed easing employment permit regulations for foreign workers at foreign-invested companies within the free economic zone at the 31st National Free Economic Zone Authority Directors’ Meeting held yesterday at G-Tower in Songdo International City.
The Directors’ Meeting was organized to address various unreasonable regulations and to seek enhanced support measures for promoting investment. During the meeting, the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy held a discussion session to listen to the difficulties and cooperation needs of the national Free Economic Zone Authorities. The Ministry stated it would explore solutions for the submitted proposals, work with relevant government agencies, and strive to reflect these improvements.
Incheon Waterworks Authority Recognized as “Outstanding Institution” in International Drinking Water Standards
The Incheon Waterworks Authority announced that it was selected as the top analytical institution in the 2024 International Proficiency Test conducted by the Environmental Resource Associates (ERA) in the United States.
This achievement marks the eighth consecutive year of being recognized as a top institution and is seen as the result of continuous efforts to provide safe and clean tap water to 3 million Incheon residents.
This achievement is an essential indicator for ensuring the safety of tap water consumed by citizens, significantly contributing to protecting their health from microbial contamination.
Baengnyeong High School Students Experience Future Technology Education at Incheon University
Incheon National University recently announced that it conducted 3D printer modeling education for 33 second-year students from Baengnyeong High School, located at the northernmost point of the West Sea.
This was part of Incheon National University’s “Visiting Science Classroom” program, where Baengnyeong High School students experienced advanced technology at various locations, including the Shared Collaboration Studio at Incheon National University’s Michuhol Campus and the Incheon Technopark Automotive Industry Center.
Incheon Urban Corporation Kicks Off Urban Development at Dong Incheon Station, Aiming for Completion by 2029
Incheon Urban Corporation (iH), the implementing agency for the urban development project around Dong Incheon Station on the Gyeongin Line, announced plans to begin a basic survey for compensation items by the end of this year.
iH is currently conducting a feasibility study for new investment projects and is expected to receive approval for a new project proposal from the Incheon City Council in the first half of next year.
Following this, the corporation plans to initiate a survey and design service for the permitting procedures of the implementation plan.
The area around Dong Incheon Station was once one of the bustling commercial districts in Incheon until the early 1990s, but it has rapidly declined as it lost ground to new urban areas such as Songdo and Cheongna International City. Incheon City plans to develop the area into a mixed-use district combining residential, commercial, and office functions through the public development efforts of Incheon Urban Corporation.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
