Incheon Recruits Universities for “1,000-won Breakfast” Program

Incheon Metropolitan City will recruit universities to take part in the city-led “1,000-won breakfast” program until the 30th. The program will run from March to December this year. It provides breakfast for 1,000 won at on-campus cafeterias for students at universities in Incheon. The government, Incheon Metropolitan City, and participating universities will share the costs. Rice produced in Ganghwa will also be provided as part of the program.

Incheon to Invest 5.9 Billion Won in Three Job Creation Projects This Year

Incheon Metropolitan City will invest 5.9 billion won this year in three job creation projects. The projects are based on root industries and auto parts manufacturing. They include a regional innovation project, a regional plus-jobs program, and an industry cooperation support project. Five organizations including Incheon Technopark and Incheon Chamber of Commerce & Industry will carry out 13 detailed programs. The city plans to support job creation and employment stability for youth and middle-aged workers.

New Culture & Tourism Complex Development Planned in Cheongna

A project to develop a cultural and tourism complex called “Cheongna I-CON City” is moving forward in Incheon’s Cheongna International City. The Incheon Free Economic Zone signed an MOU with the U.S. luxury hotel chain The Kessler Collection and Korea Land & Housing Corporation to develop a 260,000-square-meter site for culture and tourism facilities. The development project is part of Incheon Metropolitan City’s “K-Con Land” project to foster video and cultural industries.

Lane Markings Added on New Cheongna Haneul Bridge

Safety concerns have been raised after the opening of Cheongna Haneul Bridge on January 5th. The concerns were raised as pedestrians and bicycles were using the same path without separation and relevant agencies have taken steps to establish safety measures. The Incheon Free Economic Zone said it has completed lane marking work from the 15th to 16th, separating bicycles and pedestrian lanes. The markings cover about four kilometers, from the Cheongna entrance to the Yeongjong Island end of the bridge.

World’s Largest AI Robot Competition to be Held in Incheon

The world’s largest AI robotics competition, RoboCup 2026, will be held in Incheon this July. It will be the first time the event is hosted by Korea. Incheon Metropolitan City held the launch ceremony for the RoboCup 2026 Incheon Organizing Committee. The competition will take place from July 1st to 6th at Songdo ConvensiA. About 15,000 participants, officials, and visitors from 45 countries are expected to attend.

Fire Deaths and Injuries in Incheon Down 31% Last Year

The Incheon Fire Department announced there were 100 deaths and injuries from fires last year. This is a 31 percent decrease from 145 in 2024. Property damage from fires totaled 18.2 billion won. This is down 75 percent from 72.8 billion won recorded in 2024. The fire agency said safety inspections and smart response systems helped prevent large-scale fires.

Incheon’s ‘Love Temperature Tower’ Reaches 100 Degrees

Incheon’s “Love Temperature Tower,” part of the city’s Sharing Campaign, has passed the 100-degree mark. According to the Incheon Community Chest of Korea, total donations reached 10.95 billion won. This exceeded the goal of 10.88 billion won in just 50 days after the campaign began on January 1, and raised the love temperature to 100.7 degrees. The campaign runs until the 31st, and the closing ceremony will be held on February 2 at Incheon City Hall plaza.

Ongjin-gun Signs Agreement to Support Vulnerable Cancer Patients

Ongjin-gun has signed an agreement with the Incheon branch of the Korea Association of Health Promotion to support medical costs for cancer patients in vulnerable groups. Under the agreement, the association will donate 40 million won in social contribution funds, and the county will use the fund to help cover treatment costs. Eligibility will be based on health insurance premiums which were notified in January of this year for cancer patients, or medical aid status for local subscribers and employees.

Incheon Plans Bridge Linking Jangbong and Mo Islands by 2031

Incheon Metropolitan City plans to build a sea bridge linking Jangbong Island with Mo Island in Ongjin-gun by 2031. The bridge will be 1.8 kilometers long with two lanes. Total project cost is estimated at 108.4 billion won. The city plans to complete the preliminary feasibility study, which has been underway since June of last year, during the first half of this year.

Incheon Chamber of Commerce Discusses Economic Cooperation with Uzbekistan

The Incheon Chamber of Commerce and Industry has discussed ways to expand economic exchange and cooperation with officials from Uzbekistan’s Sirdaryo Region. During a meeting with Uzbekistan’s Sirdaryo Region, both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in key industries, including automobiles and beauty products. This event was organized to strengthen friendly cooperation, including investment and trade, between the two regions. The chamber said it hopes the partnership will bring new energy to the local economy.

Wolmi Sea Train to Suspend Service for Five Days from Feb. 2

The Wolmi Sea Train operating in Jung-gu, Incheon, will suspend operations from February 2 to 6. Incheon Transit Corporation said the suspension is for a legally required routine safety inspection. If no issues are found, service will resume on Saturday, February 7.

Sources: https://news.ifm.kr