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Former U.S. Military Housing Complex Transformed Into Cultural Hub

DONGDUCHEON, Nov. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – A derelict apartment complex that stood as a stark reminder of U.S. military presence for over two decades is getting a new lease on life as a cultural center in Dongducheon, a city north of Seoul. The city announced on November 19 that it will open a new Multi-Cultural Community [...]

Government Announces Amendment to Development Plans for Returned U.S. Military Bases

UIJEONGBU, Oct. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has announced amendments to the development plans regarding territories formerly occupied as U.S. military bases, increasing the number of infrastructure and public works projects and extending the deadline by five years. According to the Gyeonggi Provincial Government, a total of 40 new [...]