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NWU brings academic expertise together for local development in the Vaal River corridor

North-West University's bhive Enterprise Development Centre is partnering with Pont de Val and regional stakeholders to foster inclusive tourism, practical skills training, and economic growth along the Vaal River corridor, addressing local development needs.

NWU brings academic expertise together for local development in the Vaal River corridor

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Lotte Wellfood Apologizes After Yeongdeungpo Ammonia Leak

An ammonia gas leak occurred at the Lotte Wellfood Yeongdeungpo plant near Seonyudo Station in Yangpyeong-dong 5-ga, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, at around 5:30 a.m. on Aug. 21.

  • Ammonia gas leak at Lotte Wellfood's Yeongdeungpo plant in Seoul.
  • 40 people evacuated, no injuries reported.
  • Company apologizes, vows to improve safety management.

Busan, Philippines Deepen Strategic Ties

Busan Mayor Jeon Jae-soo met with Leah Victoria T. Carada, Consul General of the Philippines in Busan, at the International Protocol Room of City Hall in the afternoon on Aug. 20.

  • Busan Mayor Jeon Jae-soo meets with Philippines Consul General Leah Victoria T. Carada.
  • 2,400 Filipino expatriates live in Busan, contributing to community and tourism.
  • Busan and Cebu sister cities since 2011, focusing on maritime and tourism exchanges.

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