Incheon City and Public Officials Union Begin Joint Efforts for Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Incheon Metropolitan City announced that on August 18 it signed an “Integrity Practice Agreement” with the Incheon City Public Officials Union and held a meeting at City Hall.
The agreement was prepared to actively promote anti-corruption and integrity policies with full staff participation and to create a clean organizational culture.
Through the agreement, the two parties will closely cooperate on: forming and operating an integrity council, jointly promoting education and campaigns for higher integrity, eradicating corruption such as improper solicitations and unfair practices, and developing joint tasks to spread a culture of integrity.
Incheon City Recruiting New “Good Price Stores”
Incheon Metropolitan City will recruit new “Good Price Stores” from today until September 19 to stabilize local prices and support the community economy.
A “Good Price Store” provides quality services at affordable prices through efficient management, and is designated by districts and counties based on standards such as price and hygiene set by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety.
Eligible businesses include personal service sectors such as restaurants, beauty salons, and laundries. Franchise stores are excluded.
Any eligible store can apply, and details are available in the announcement on each district and county website.
Incheon City Opens Application for Social Economy Island-Based Technology Development Project
Incheon Metropolitan City announced that it will promote the “2025 Incheon Social Economy Island-Based Technology Development Project” together with Incheon Port Authority and Incheon Social Economy Support Center.
The project aims to build a cooperation system between social economy enterprises and ESG practices and to create a sustainable growth ecosystem in island regions.
The application is open until September 1, and details and forms are available on the website of the Incheon Social Economy Support Center.
Michuhol Library to Run Customized Programs for Middle-Aged and Senior Citizens from September
Incheon Metropolitan City Michuhol Library and its branches will operate a customized program called “Creative Seniors” for middle-aged and senior citizens starting in September.
The program, prepared in response to an aging society, focuses on five areas: health, self-care, digital literacy, arts, and history. A total of 60 lectures will be held across five libraries until November.
Details of each program and registration methods are available on the Michuhol Library website. Applications are also accepted after the program starts.
Art Center Incheon to Open Regular Fall Semester Courses of Arts Education Academy
Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority(IFEZ) announced that starting in September it will begin the “Arts Education Academy Fall Semester Regular Courses.”
The Arts Education Academy, which has recorded full enrollment every semester, has become a program for citizens to enjoy arts and humanities in daily life.
All courses are held once a week for 10 to 12 weeks, and registration is on a first-come basis starting today at 10 a.m. through the Art Center Incheon website.
Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education Announces Open Competition for “2026 Education Treasury”
Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education announced through its website an open competition for the designation of its new treasury bank, as the current contract period is ending.
On August 20, the office will hold a briefing session for financial institutions wishing to apply, then allow a document review period, and accept proposals on August 27 and 28.
Eligibility is limited to financial institutions under Article 38 of the Local Finance Act.
The selected institution will handle education treasury operations as the sole designated bank from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2029.
Incheon Education Office K-Culture Delegation Promotes Korean Culture in Vietnam
The K-Culture Delegation organized by Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education is carrying out youth international exchange activities in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, until August 22.
The program promotes Korean culture and introduces students to local culture through mutual exchange, helping participants understand the history and culture of both countries.
The activities are expected to support students in growing as global citizens and to strengthen cultural understanding between Korea and Vietnam.
Michuhol-gu Selects Five Best Restaurants of the Year
Incheon’s Michuhol-gu announced that five restaurants were selected as the best in the “2025 Michuhol Tasty Restaurant Contest,” held to vitalize the dining industry and improve food culture.
The contest was prepared to discover excellent local restaurants, promote them to residents and tourists, and spread a healthy and quality food culture.
The five selected restaurants will join the “Michuhol Food Culture Festival” on September 20 at the East Gate Plaza of Munhak Stadium, where they will offer tastings and presentations.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
