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Incheon to Develop AI Talent Tailored to Administrative Needs
Incheon Metropolitan City is stepping up efforts to strengthen public officials’ artificial intelligence (AI) skills and accelerate the development of data-driven smart administration.
The city has been selected for the Ministry of the Interior and Safety’s 2026 Customized AI Champion Consulting Program.
Through the initiative, it will develop a training system tailored to its administrative needs.
The program supports local governments in developing AI strategies and building a foundation for practical skills training based on their administrative needs and work characteristics.
Incheon plans to focus on practical AI skills rather than theory alone, preparing for the government’s planned introduction of an AI Champion certification system in 2027.
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IFEZ to Expand Smart City Infrastructure for AI-Powered Safety
The Incheon Free Economic Zone Authority (IFEZ) is moving forward with a project to expand smart city infrastructure and establish an AI-based urban safety management system.
Starting in 2027, the authority plans to invest 5.6 billion won over 18 months to upgrade its urban monitoring system from conventional video surveillance to an intelligent, AI-powered system.
It will install an AI platform and monitoring equipment at its smart city control center to enable real-time responses to safety incidents.
The authority also plans to apply Internet of Things (IoT) technology to manhole management and expand smart intersections that analyze traffic data to improve safety management.
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Incheon Beauty Festival to Showcase 20 Local Brands in Songdo
A three-day festival in Songdo will bring together 20 beauty brands from Incheon, giving visitors a chance to explore their products in one place.
Incheon Technopark (TP) will host BEAUTY WAVE in INCHEON 2026 from October 23 to 25 at the outdoor plaza of Songdo Triple Street Building A.
Hosted by Incheon Metropolitan City and organized by Incheon TP, the event aims to introduce local beauty products to consumers and raise brand awareness.
Twenty beauty companies from the region will showcase their products at the venue.
Visitors will be able to browse and try a variety of cosmetics and enjoy special offers available during the event.
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Incheon Education Office Holds Special Lecture on High School and University Admissions
A special lecture on high school and university admissions has been held at Gyeongin National University of Education with around 200 parents in attendance.
Hosted by the Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education’s Gyeoldaero Career Center, the lecture was divided into two parts.
The first covered the characteristics of different types of high schools and criteria for choosing an admissions pathway.
The second focused on strategies for navigating the introduction of the high school credit system and changes to university admissions planned for the 2028 academic year.
The education office will hold a second lecture for 120 parents on October 29 at JEI University.
It also plans to continue providing tailored career guidance and admissions support programs.
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Incheon Illustration Korea 2026 to Open in Songdo on October 30
Incheon Illustration Korea 2026 will run from October 30 to November 1 at Songdo Convensia, showcasing illustrations and character-based content.
Hosted by Incheon Metropolitan City and jointly organized by the Incheon Tourism Organization and MESSE ESANG, the exhibition returns for its second edition following its debut last year.
The event will feature around 300 booths displaying a range of creative products, including illustrations, character merchandise, design stationery, and art toys.
This year’s theme, “IN YOUR EYES,” invites visitors to discover happy moments through illustrations and the unique perspectives they express.
Visitors will be able to explore works reflecting each artist’s individual style and sensibility, as well as find characters and creative products that match their personal tastes.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
