Seoul hosts diplomats from 60 countries to share support policies for foreign residents

The Seoul Metropolitan Government hosted diplomats from 60 countries on Wednesday for a New Year’s briefing on policies to support foreign residents and bolster international cooperation. City officials said the gathering included 40 sitting ambassadors, representing nations such as the United Arab Emirates, Tanzania and New Zealand. During the briefing, Seoul outlined a series of initiatives aimed at attracting highly skilled foreign talent and helping overseas residents settle more easily in the capital. Among the key programs highlighted was Medical Support for International Citizens, or MeSic, which offers medical interpretation services in 12 languages for foreign residents visiting hospitals across the city. Officials also explained the city’s Foreign Honorary Citizen program, which recognizes non-Korean residents who have made significant contributions to Seoul’s social, economic or cultural development. The designation is intended to strengthen ties between the city and its growing international community. In addition, Seoul shared examples of its international developmentWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times