Programme and schedule for the 2nd Global City Tourism Summit, held in Busan, South Korea from October 26 to 28, 2026. The document outlines the event's theme of connecting local tourism with urban economies and innovation, and lists the host organisations: Busan Metropolitan City, Tourism Promotion Organization for Global Cities (TPO), and Busan Tourism Organization.
This document is the official programme for the 2nd Global City Tourism Summit, held in Busan, South Korea from October 26 to 28, 2026. It is intended for government officials, tourism industry experts, city leaders, and international delegates attending the summit.
The summit is hosted by Busan Metropolitan City, the Tourism Promotion Organization for Global Cities (TPO), and the Busan Tourism Organization. The theme is 'Local Tourism; Connecting Urban Economies and Tourism Innovation'. The main venue is Paradise Hotel Busan, with additional events at locations across Busan, Ulsan, and Gimhae.
Day 1 (October 26) includes the Opening Ceremony, a Keynote Session, and a High-Level Policy Session. The Keynote Session features speakers from UN Tourism, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), AGODA, and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The High-Level Policy Session includes mayors from Machu Picchu (Peru), Busan (South Korea), Colombo (Sri Lanka), and San Salvador Centro (El Salvador).
Day 2 (October 27) includes thematic sessions on expert perspectives, marine tourism, corporate involvement, and youth. Special sessions cover Korea-Central Asia cooperation and a GSTC-D Workshop. Day 3 (October 28) features a City Tourism Presentation session and a Familiarization Tour to Busan, Ulsan, and Gimhae.
The programme also lists side events such as a Welcome Reception, VIP Luncheon, Gala Dinner, Bilateral Meetings, Business Meetup, and the Global City Tourism Roadshow. The document provides detailed schedules, venue locations, and participant information for each session.