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• Asia Spa Experts Gather in Jeju for the 2025 Asia Spa Industry Union Summit

  The 2025 Asia Spa Industry Union Summit (ASIUS 2025), bringing together spa experts from five Asian countries, concluded successfully on November 10 at Hotel Sirius Jeju, South Korea. Co-hosted by the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa) and the Healthcare & Spa Industry Promotion Agency (HESPA), the summit welcomed more than 60 delegates and industry leaders from Korea, Japan, China, Mongolia, and Malaysia. The event featured presentations on the latest spa industry trends from each participating country, along with academic research sessions led by scholars from the Korean Academy of Hot Spring, highlighting the growing connection between research and industry in the Asian wellness field. One of the highlights of the summit was the presentation on the GOOD SPA Certification Program, currently being developed by HESPA. Dr. Woo Jong Min, the program’s technical manager, explained the purpose and framework of the certification system, drawing strong interest and engagement from the audience. During the awards ceremony, K-WAVE Co., Ltd. received dual honors as the “Medical Spa Medical Beauty Marketing & Service Best Management Agency” and the “Medical Spa Anti-aging Marketing & Service Best Management Agency,” recognizing its outstanding achievements in service excellence. In the spa equipment category, PREO, one of Korea’s leading faucet and spa equipment brands, was named the Best Brand for its design innovation and superior quality. A showcase of Jeju-based cosmetic brands also drew considerable attention from attendees, featuring THE PURE LOTUS, DAILISH, MAROHAN, JEJU INDI, THE WOO COMPANY, and 6-DROPS, all representing the island’s growing reputation in the wellness and natural beauty industries. Paul H. Song, President of the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa), stated: “As wellness demand continues to grow, the spa industry across Asia is evolving in diverse and innovative ways,” he said. “Through continuous information and human exchange beyond borders, we aim to foster shared growth and sustainable development in the Asian spa and wellness sector.” The next summit is scheduled to be hosted by the Chinese association, with Shenyang, China, emerging as the leading candidate for the venue around March next year. KorSpa President Paul H. Song (left) and JSSA President Hideo Yoshiada (middle) hand over the Union flag to Mr. Zhang Jinzhong (right), President of China Spa Association, the next host of the summit.

• 17th Asia Spa Industry Union Summit to Convene in Jeju, Highlighting Wellness Collaboration Across Asia

  The 17th Asia Spa Industry Union Summit (ASIUS) will take place on November 10, 2025, at Hotel Sirius Jeju, bringing together leading spa and wellness experts from across Asia. Co-hosted by the Korea Spa and Wellness Society (KorSpa) and the Healthcare & Spa Industry Promotion Agency (HESPA), and supported by the Korean Academy of Hot Spring and the Jeju Industry-University Convergence Center, the summit aims to strengthen international cooperation in the evolving wellness and hot spring sectors. Delegations from China, Japan, Mongolia, and other countries are expected to attend. The invitation-only event requires advance registration and will feature a welcome dinner on November 9 and a Jeju regional sightseeing program on November 11, offering participants opportunities for both professional exchange and cultural immersion. In parallel, the Academic Conference of the Korean Academy of Hot Spring will also be held, where Korean researchers will present insightful studies and findings on wellness spa programs, adding a scholarly dimension to the international event. Together, these programs underscore Jeju’s growing reputation as a hub for wellness, spa innovation, and sustainable tourism in Asia. Roof Top Pool at Hotel Sirius Jeju Event web site: http://korspa.net/asius2025/

• Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine to Host the 2025 Jeju Herbal Medicine & Wellness Festival

  The Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine, in collaboration with Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, will host the 2025 Jeju Herbal Medicine & Wellness Festival from October 2 (Thursday) through October 3 (Friday) at the Jeju Complex Gymnasium (2nd floor, Gateball Hall) within the Jeju Sports Complex. The festival aims to promote public health and expand the everyday use of traditional Korean medicine. Designed for participants of all ages, the event will feature a diverse range of programs integrating traditional Korean medicine with digital healthcare, personalized Sasang constitution programs, and hands-on wellness experiences. Participating and supporting organizations include the Jeju Association of Korean Medicine, Tamna Welfare Center for the Disabled, Wonkwang University College of Korean Medicine, Wonkwang University Korean Medicine Hospital and Jangheung Integrated Medical Hospital, Jeju National Center for Medicinal Resources, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, Jeju Safety Education Center, and Jeju International Broadcasting System(JIBS). The opening ceremony will begin at 2:00 PM with a performance by the Korean traditional music group Modeullak. This will be followed by welcoming remarks, commendation awards presented by the Governor and the Chairperson of the Jeju Provincial Council, congratulatory speeches, and an official declaration performance under the theme “Walking the Path of Wellness with Traditional Korean Medicine.” The festival will be organized into themed zones—One Health Zone, Healing Food Zone, Health Keeper Zone, Slow Life Zone, and Mind Rest Zone—offering residents an opportunity to experience the wisdom of traditional Korean medicine in connection with the modern wellness industry. Key programs and activities include: = A storytelling exhibition on constitution-based exercise, diet, and healthcare methods, along with information on medicinal herbs from Jeju Oreum (volcanic cones). = Free Korean medical consultations and treatments = Self-care programs such as posture correction, pulse diagnosis, and trials of home-use medical devices = Craft experiences including sachets, coffee-ground flower pots, herbal-dyed handkerchiefs, and Korean tea ceremony workshops = Calligraphy experiences hosted by local artists with disabilities Following the opening ceremony, a Sjoelen tournament will be held, promoting inclusive participation in a lifestyle sport. On October 2, a team event for individuals with disabilities will take place, followed by a visitor-oriented individual competition on October 3. Conducted in accordance with the regulations of the Korea Disabled Sjoelen Association, the tournament is designed as a sport that everyone—regardless of age or ability—can enjoy together. Dr. Song Min-ho, President of the Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine, says that “we aim to contribute to public health by combining Jeju’s rich herbal resources and the wisdom of traditional Korean medicine with modern wellness industries and digital technologies. By expanding tailored programs for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities, we will develop Jeju into a hub of herbal medicine and wellness, and foster a foundation for international exchange.”

• 2024 Jeju Expats Festival to Take Place on June 8

  The 2024 Jeju Expats Festival is set to be held on June 8 from 4 PM to 9 PM at Tapdong Seaside Amphitheater in Jeju City. Started in 2012 and now in its 11th year, the Jeju Expats Festival is sponsored by Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and organized by Headline Jeju, one of leading news media in Jeju. A team of expats in Jeju have actively participated in the planning process of the event to showcase music and performances they have prepared together, which will create a space for cultural exchange. This year’s festival will feature a variety of cultural elements shared with local residents, including a music festival and performances by expats, as well as friendship performances with local music teams from Jeju. The event will kick off at 6 PM with a congratulatory performance by Global Nanta Volunteer Society and Swell Sity, followed by a total of 12 performances and stage acts prepared by foreign residents. Additional events will include a flea market and exchange zone for expats’ collections and handmade crafts, as well as interactive programs such as art experiences and accessory making, held from 4 PM to 7:30 PM around the venue. All events will be conducted in English, with simultaneous interpretation in Korean. Choi Myung-dong, Director of Planning and Coordination at Jeju Province, stated, "We hope that the Jeju Expats Festival will become a platform for people from diverse cultures to understand and communicate with each other," adding, "We will continue to strive to share the beauty of Jeju, an international free city."

• BIO KOREA 2024 Opens Registration for Business Partnering

  BIO KOREA 2024, jointly held by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI, President: Cha Soon-do) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Governor: Kim Young-hwan), has commenced its registration for Business Partnering on March 4, 2024 (Mon.). Business Partnering, one of the major programs at BIO KOREA, provides opportunities for one-on-one meetings between companies at home and abroad, alongside pertinent institutions within the BioHealth sector. This business matchmaking will foster discussions on potential business and research collaborations, encompassing collaborative research, market-entry, and technology transfers. In 2023, the easing of COVID-19 restrictions has led to increased participation. As many as 782 companies from 51 countries attended on-site events and 1,320 business meetings were arranged. This year, the Business Partnering Center will be expanded to provide more opportunities for participating companies to make business connections. Throughout the three-day event from May 8 (Wed.) to May 10 (Fri.), the Business Partnering will unfold both online and offline on the sidelines of BIO KOREA 2024. In particular, online meetings will be supported round-the-clock to guarantee seamless engagements with international counterparts. Companies seeking to engage in the Business Partnering should register through either the FCA or OPA options. Those pre-registering with the FCA by April 30 (Tue.), will receive a 10% discount. * FCA (Full Convention Access): Grants in-person participation across all programs, including conferences, exhibitions, and Business Partnering, for the three-day event. * OPA (Online Partnering Access): Provides access to online business partnering activities over the three-day event. Due to an overwhelming response from domestic and overseas entities, applications for participation in the fair have closed earlier than anticipated. This year, at least 50 foreign companies and research institutions are expected to be present with delegations from Business Sweden in Seoul, the Danish Embassy in Korea, Austrade, and Biocom California in the USA. Furthermore, a heightened presence of local enterprises from various countries, such as Germany, Thailand, and Taiwan, is expected to explore commercial prospects with Korean companies, given their participation in the national pavilion booths. Participants include major domestic and foreign companies, including ST Pharm, Yuhan Corporation, Lonza, Wuxi Apptech, Fujifilm, and Labcorp. Exhibition booths for advanced regenerative medicine companies, including a Special Hall for AI featuring digital healthcare companies, will be opened as well. More information is available on the BIO KOREA 2024 website (www.biokorea.org). Companies interested in Business Partnering can register via the website. Website: http://www.biokorea.org/

• BIO KOREA 2024: Registration Now Open for Programs and Booths

  BIO KOREA 2024, jointly hosted by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI, President: Cha Soon-do) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Governor: Kim Young-hwan), commenced entry registration and exhibition participating company recruitment from December 4, 2023. The event will be held at COEX in Seoul, Korea from May 8th to 10th, 2024.BIO KOREA, marking its 19th edition in 2024, has established itself as the preeminent bio-industry event in Korea. For the past 18 years, BIO KOREA has served as a catalyst for business revitalization and technological exchange between domestic and foreign companies, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and collaboration within the biohealth sector.Held in May of this year, BIO KOREA 2023 witnessed the participation of approximately 29,400 individuals from 780 companies across 51 countries, resulting in around 1,300 business meetings. Additionally, approximately 330 companies from 18 countries showcased their technologies through approximately 440 exhibition booths. Thematic exhibition halls, such as those dedicated to advanced regenerative medicine, CMO, and CDMO, were operated alongside national halls featuring booths from leading overseas companies from Australia, Canada, Germany, and others, fostering continuous technological and business exchanges among participating companies.BIO KOREA 2024 will feature exhibitions of domestic and international biohealth companies, as well as a range of programs including business partnering, conferences, and an Invest Fair.In particular, to provide visitors with a more enriching experience, a special AI hall featuring booths of digital healthcare companies will be operated, along with a docent tour program to assist in visitors' understanding of the participating companies. An unmanned poster exhibition will also be held in the rest area to provide more companies with an opportunity to participate in the exhibition.Early bird registrations made between December 4, 2023, and February 16, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 30% discount, while registrations received by April 30, 2024 (Tue.), will receive a 10% discount. On-site registration is also available.Exhibition Booth DiscountsApplications received by February 16, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 10% discount on exhibition fees, while applications received by April 5, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 5% discount. Companies that participated in BIO KOREA 2023 will receive an additional 5% discount.BIO KOREA 2024 website provides comprehensive information on not only the exhibitions but also various programs, including the new company presentation program, business partnering opportunities, and the Invest Fair.BIO KOREA entry and exhibition registrations can be conveniently completed on the BIO KOREA website at www.biokorea.org. Website: http://www.biokorea.org/

• Asia Spa Experts Gather in Jeju for the 2025 Asia Spa Industry Union Summit

  The 2025 Asia Spa Industry Union Summit (ASIUS 2025), bringing together spa experts from five Asian countries, concluded successfully on November 10 at Hotel Sirius Jeju, South Korea. Co-hosted by the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa) and the Healthcare & Spa Industry Promotion Agency (HESPA), the summit welcomed more than 60 delegates and industry leaders from Korea, Japan, China, Mongolia, and Malaysia. The event featured presentations on the latest spa industry trends from each participating country, along with academic research sessions led by scholars from the Korean Academy of Hot Spring, highlighting the growing connection between research and industry in the Asian wellness field. One of the highlights of the summit was the presentation on the GOOD SPA Certification Program, currently being developed by HESPA. Dr. Woo Jong Min, the program’s technical manager, explained the purpose and framework of the certification system, drawing strong interest and engagement from the audience. During the awards ceremony, K-WAVE Co., Ltd. received dual honors as the “Medical Spa Medical Beauty Marketing & Service Best Management Agency” and the “Medical Spa Anti-aging Marketing & Service Best Management Agency,” recognizing its outstanding achievements in service excellence. In the spa equipment category, PREO, one of Korea’s leading faucet and spa equipment brands, was named the Best Brand for its design innovation and superior quality. A showcase of Jeju-based cosmetic brands also drew considerable attention from attendees, featuring THE PURE LOTUS, DAILISH, MAROHAN, JEJU INDI, THE WOO COMPANY, and 6-DROPS, all representing the island’s growing reputation in the wellness and natural beauty industries. Paul H. Song, President of the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa), stated: “As wellness demand continues to grow, the spa industry across Asia is evolving in diverse and innovative ways,” he said. “Through continuous information and human exchange beyond borders, we aim to foster shared growth and sustainable development in the Asian spa and wellness sector.” The next summit is scheduled to be hosted by the Chinese association, with Shenyang, China, emerging as the leading candidate for the venue around March next year. KorSpa President Paul H. Song (left) and JSSA President Hideo Yoshiada (middle) hand over the Union flag to Mr. Zhang Jinzhong (right), President of China Spa Association, the next host of the summit.

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  2025-11-13

• 17th Asia Spa Industry Union Summit to Convene in Jeju, Highlighting Wellness Collaboration Across Asia

  The 17th Asia Spa Industry Union Summit (ASIUS) will take place on November 10, 2025, at Hotel Sirius Jeju, bringing together leading spa and wellness experts from across Asia. Co-hosted by the Korea Spa and Wellness Society (KorSpa) and the Healthcare & Spa Industry Promotion Agency (HESPA), and supported by the Korean Academy of Hot Spring and the Jeju Industry-University Convergence Center, the summit aims to strengthen international cooperation in the evolving wellness and hot spring sectors. Delegations from China, Japan, Mongolia, and other countries are expected to attend. The invitation-only event requires advance registration and will feature a welcome dinner on November 9 and a Jeju regional sightseeing program on November 11, offering participants opportunities for both professional exchange and cultural immersion. In parallel, the Academic Conference of the Korean Academy of Hot Spring will also be held, where Korean researchers will present insightful studies and findings on wellness spa programs, adding a scholarly dimension to the international event. Together, these programs underscore Jeju’s growing reputation as a hub for wellness, spa innovation, and sustainable tourism in Asia. Roof Top Pool at Hotel Sirius Jeju Event web site: http://korspa.net/asius2025/

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  2025-10-29

• Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine to Host the 2025 Jeju Herbal Medicine & Wellness Festival

  The Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine, in collaboration with Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, will host the 2025 Jeju Herbal Medicine & Wellness Festival from October 2 (Thursday) through October 3 (Friday) at the Jeju Complex Gymnasium (2nd floor, Gateball Hall) within the Jeju Sports Complex. The festival aims to promote public health and expand the everyday use of traditional Korean medicine. Designed for participants of all ages, the event will feature a diverse range of programs integrating traditional Korean medicine with digital healthcare, personalized Sasang constitution programs, and hands-on wellness experiences. Participating and supporting organizations include the Jeju Association of Korean Medicine, Tamna Welfare Center for the Disabled, Wonkwang University College of Korean Medicine, Wonkwang University Korean Medicine Hospital and Jangheung Integrated Medical Hospital, Jeju National Center for Medicinal Resources, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, Jeju Safety Education Center, and Jeju International Broadcasting System(JIBS). The opening ceremony will begin at 2:00 PM with a performance by the Korean traditional music group Modeullak. This will be followed by welcoming remarks, commendation awards presented by the Governor and the Chairperson of the Jeju Provincial Council, congratulatory speeches, and an official declaration performance under the theme “Walking the Path of Wellness with Traditional Korean Medicine.” The festival will be organized into themed zones—One Health Zone, Healing Food Zone, Health Keeper Zone, Slow Life Zone, and Mind Rest Zone—offering residents an opportunity to experience the wisdom of traditional Korean medicine in connection with the modern wellness industry. Key programs and activities include: = A storytelling exhibition on constitution-based exercise, diet, and healthcare methods, along with information on medicinal herbs from Jeju Oreum (volcanic cones). = Free Korean medical consultations and treatments = Self-care programs such as posture correction, pulse diagnosis, and trials of home-use medical devices = Craft experiences including sachets, coffee-ground flower pots, herbal-dyed handkerchiefs, and Korean tea ceremony workshops = Calligraphy experiences hosted by local artists with disabilities Following the opening ceremony, a Sjoelen tournament will be held, promoting inclusive participation in a lifestyle sport. On October 2, a team event for individuals with disabilities will take place, followed by a visitor-oriented individual competition on October 3. Conducted in accordance with the regulations of the Korea Disabled Sjoelen Association, the tournament is designed as a sport that everyone—regardless of age or ability—can enjoy together. Dr. Song Min-ho, President of the Jeju Institute of Korean Medicine, says that “we aim to contribute to public health by combining Jeju’s rich herbal resources and the wisdom of traditional Korean medicine with modern wellness industries and digital technologies. By expanding tailored programs for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities, we will develop Jeju into a hub of herbal medicine and wellness, and foster a foundation for international exchange.”

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  2025-09-27

• 2024 Jeju Expats Festival to Take Place on June 8

  The 2024 Jeju Expats Festival is set to be held on June 8 from 4 PM to 9 PM at Tapdong Seaside Amphitheater in Jeju City. Started in 2012 and now in its 11th year, the Jeju Expats Festival is sponsored by Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and organized by Headline Jeju, one of leading news media in Jeju. A team of expats in Jeju have actively participated in the planning process of the event to showcase music and performances they have prepared together, which will create a space for cultural exchange. This year’s festival will feature a variety of cultural elements shared with local residents, including a music festival and performances by expats, as well as friendship performances with local music teams from Jeju. The event will kick off at 6 PM with a congratulatory performance by Global Nanta Volunteer Society and Swell Sity, followed by a total of 12 performances and stage acts prepared by foreign residents. Additional events will include a flea market and exchange zone for expats’ collections and handmade crafts, as well as interactive programs such as art experiences and accessory making, held from 4 PM to 7:30 PM around the venue. All events will be conducted in English, with simultaneous interpretation in Korean. Choi Myung-dong, Director of Planning and Coordination at Jeju Province, stated, "We hope that the Jeju Expats Festival will become a platform for people from diverse cultures to understand and communicate with each other," adding, "We will continue to strive to share the beauty of Jeju, an international free city."

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  2024-06-05

• BIO KOREA 2024 Opens Registration for Business Partnering

  BIO KOREA 2024, jointly held by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI, President: Cha Soon-do) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Governor: Kim Young-hwan), has commenced its registration for Business Partnering on March 4, 2024 (Mon.). Business Partnering, one of the major programs at BIO KOREA, provides opportunities for one-on-one meetings between companies at home and abroad, alongside pertinent institutions within the BioHealth sector. This business matchmaking will foster discussions on potential business and research collaborations, encompassing collaborative research, market-entry, and technology transfers. In 2023, the easing of COVID-19 restrictions has led to increased participation. As many as 782 companies from 51 countries attended on-site events and 1,320 business meetings were arranged. This year, the Business Partnering Center will be expanded to provide more opportunities for participating companies to make business connections. Throughout the three-day event from May 8 (Wed.) to May 10 (Fri.), the Business Partnering will unfold both online and offline on the sidelines of BIO KOREA 2024. In particular, online meetings will be supported round-the-clock to guarantee seamless engagements with international counterparts. Companies seeking to engage in the Business Partnering should register through either the FCA or OPA options. Those pre-registering with the FCA by April 30 (Tue.), will receive a 10% discount. * FCA (Full Convention Access): Grants in-person participation across all programs, including conferences, exhibitions, and Business Partnering, for the three-day event. * OPA (Online Partnering Access): Provides access to online business partnering activities over the three-day event. Due to an overwhelming response from domestic and overseas entities, applications for participation in the fair have closed earlier than anticipated. This year, at least 50 foreign companies and research institutions are expected to be present with delegations from Business Sweden in Seoul, the Danish Embassy in Korea, Austrade, and Biocom California in the USA. Furthermore, a heightened presence of local enterprises from various countries, such as Germany, Thailand, and Taiwan, is expected to explore commercial prospects with Korean companies, given their participation in the national pavilion booths. Participants include major domestic and foreign companies, including ST Pharm, Yuhan Corporation, Lonza, Wuxi Apptech, Fujifilm, and Labcorp. Exhibition booths for advanced regenerative medicine companies, including a Special Hall for AI featuring digital healthcare companies, will be opened as well. More information is available on the BIO KOREA 2024 website (www.biokorea.org). Companies interested in Business Partnering can register via the website. Website: http://www.biokorea.org/

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  2024-03-12

• BIO KOREA 2024: Registration Now Open for Programs and Booths

  BIO KOREA 2024, jointly hosted by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI, President: Cha Soon-do) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Governor: Kim Young-hwan), commenced entry registration and exhibition participating company recruitment from December 4, 2023. The event will be held at COEX in Seoul, Korea from May 8th to 10th, 2024.BIO KOREA, marking its 19th edition in 2024, has established itself as the preeminent bio-industry event in Korea. For the past 18 years, BIO KOREA has served as a catalyst for business revitalization and technological exchange between domestic and foreign companies, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and collaboration within the biohealth sector.Held in May of this year, BIO KOREA 2023 witnessed the participation of approximately 29,400 individuals from 780 companies across 51 countries, resulting in around 1,300 business meetings. Additionally, approximately 330 companies from 18 countries showcased their technologies through approximately 440 exhibition booths. Thematic exhibition halls, such as those dedicated to advanced regenerative medicine, CMO, and CDMO, were operated alongside national halls featuring booths from leading overseas companies from Australia, Canada, Germany, and others, fostering continuous technological and business exchanges among participating companies.BIO KOREA 2024 will feature exhibitions of domestic and international biohealth companies, as well as a range of programs including business partnering, conferences, and an Invest Fair.In particular, to provide visitors with a more enriching experience, a special AI hall featuring booths of digital healthcare companies will be operated, along with a docent tour program to assist in visitors' understanding of the participating companies. An unmanned poster exhibition will also be held in the rest area to provide more companies with an opportunity to participate in the exhibition.Early bird registrations made between December 4, 2023, and February 16, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 30% discount, while registrations received by April 30, 2024 (Tue.), will receive a 10% discount. On-site registration is also available.Exhibition Booth DiscountsApplications received by February 16, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 10% discount on exhibition fees, while applications received by April 5, 2024 (Fri.), will receive a 5% discount. Companies that participated in BIO KOREA 2023 will receive an additional 5% discount.BIO KOREA 2024 website provides comprehensive information on not only the exhibitions but also various programs, including the new company presentation program, business partnering opportunities, and the Invest Fair.BIO KOREA entry and exhibition registrations can be conveniently completed on the BIO KOREA website at www.biokorea.org. Website: http://www.biokorea.org/

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  2023-12-12

• Beyond Medtech: Healthcare+ Expo Taiwan Sets New Stage for Global Innovation in Future AI Healthcare

  The Healthcare+ Expo Taiwan, currently taking place at Nangang Exhibition Hall 1 from November 30 to December 3, 2023, is poised to redefine the landscape of AI healthcare on a global scale. This year's edition boasts the remarkable participation of 650 companies, occupying 2,300 booths, and has garnered the attention of leading technology firms and hospitals across the Asia-Pacific region. Taiwan‘s pivotal role in the AI-related supply chain is underscored by its impressive contribution, manufacturing AI chips, and over 90% of the world’s AI servers. This proficiency positions Taiwan as a key player in driving substantial computing power, establishing it as an indispensable global collaborator in the realm of AI healthcare. The Expo is showcasing an extensive array of AI applications and solutions, encompassing AI infrastructure, cloud and high-performance computing servers, AI-enabled medical devices and diagnostics, and generative AI for workflow optimization. Participating medical centers from Taiwan, together with their IT/ICT sector partners and multinational giants such as Intel and Microsoft, aim to address healthcare challenges and foster interdisciplinary collaborations. Anticipating the attendance of over 30,000 professionals from the Asia-Pacific region, Eastern Europe, and the Gulf, the organizer foresees substantial interest from industry associations in the United Arab Emirates, Poland, Czech Republic, as well as rapidly growing economies such as Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Strategic partnerships with Taiwan's healthcare industry are in the spotlight, with more than 500 scheduled B2B meetings designed to facilitate trade discussions and catalyze new business ventures. Distinguishing itself as the only trade fair globally with a focus on hospitals, Healthcare+ Expo has experienced consistent annual growth of 15% in event scale over its seven-year history. It has evolved into one of the most sought-after gatherings in the Asia-Pacific region for healthcare professionals. Concurrently, the Expo is hosting major events, including the MEDTEX Summit Asia and the Cancer Treatment and Precision Medicine in APAC forum. The Healthcare+ Expo 2024 is scheduled for December 5 to 8, 2024, and will continue to serve as a catalyst for transformative advancements and collaborative breakthroughs in the ever-evolving landscape of AI healthcare.

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  2023-12-06

• Korea To Nurture Tech-Competitive MPE Companies

  The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) held the eleventh MPE (materials, parts and equipment) Industry Competitiveness Committee meeting on April 18 and announced the Ministry’s plan to nurture MPE firms into global companies with top-notch technological competitiveness and to expand core MPE areas and related strategic technologies. The globalization strategy has been established to enable Korea’s MPE industries to respond to the rapidly changing global high-tech industrial landscape and serve as core supply chain partners. First, the Korean government will push the development of high-tech MPE by placing emphasis on the three keywords: challenge, speed and open collaboration. The seven areas and 150 technologies in MPE industries will be expanded to 10 areas and 200 technologies by adding three new areas, namely space, defense and hydrogen. Each area will receive differentiated support depending on the nature of the industrial ecosystem. For future materials and supercritical materials, a KRW 300 billion prefeasibility study will be launched (tentatively titled “MPE Alchemist Project”), and artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation (DX) will help shorten the development phase of 21 new materials, such as lightweight hybrid resin and super-tough biodegradable fiber. The Government intends to also expand the global R&D cooperation network. While advancing the domestic supplier-buyer cooperation model, the scope of collaboration will be extended to include overseas buyers and clusters. Second, Korea aims to support MPE firms’ production innovation to function as an innovation hub in the global supply chain. By newly designating the national high-tech strategic special industrial complex and the MPE complex in the first half and third quarter of 2023, respectively, an innovation-leading national industrial map can be developed to form the world’s core cluster for high-tech MPE industries, creating a virtuous cycle across national strategic industries, MPE industries and regional industries. Moreover, MOTIE will add to the currently 66 “top specialty” MPE firms so that their number reaches 200 by 2030, and provide special support to domestic MPE firms to nurture them into solid MPE powerhouses. The growth roadmap for relevant items and companies will be drawn up with the help of the best internal and external tech and market experts, which will be supported throughout seven plus years of long-term R&D integrating both source and commercial technology. Third, the Government will give full measure to promote exports so that Korea can grow into a supply chain core partner. Firms will be closely supported throughout all stages of export, from overseas market research to local market penetration. Considering the strong B2B tendencies of MPE items, the focus will be on finding “Big Buyers”, reinforcing B2B matching programs with domestic companies and utilizing the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA)’s overseas Global Partnering (GP) centers as major export bases for MPE firms. Minister Lee Chang-yang remarked that “bold investment and seamless support will be provided for the MPE industry, as it is the core of both the manufacturing ecosystem and high-tech industry’s competitiveness.”

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  2023-04-22