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Relationship established:
March 4, 1996

Brief city description:
Daejeon, also known as the "Great Field," was aptly named for its unique geography. This picturesque city has earned its ranking as one of the largest cities in South Korea. As the "Science City" of Korea, Daejeon and Calgary were twinned in order to expand upon their mutual interests in science, technology, research and development.

Population:
1,390,510

Language:
Korean

Key Industries/Areas of Opportunity:

• Manufacturing of cotton textiles
• Machinery
• Chemicals and hides
• Major plans to increase technological capability throughout all industries

Key links
City of Daejeon:
http://www.metro.daejeon.kr/

Calgary Committee Members
Calgary Committee Chair - Mr. Dennis Hong
Calgary Committee Vice Chairs - Mr. Joseph Lee
Committee members in Calgary -   Kari Arthur
                                                   Andrew Chin
                                                   Darren Edmundson
                                                   Ray Ho
                                                   Won-Jae Lee