2026 Yeongnam–Honam Traditional Market Expo

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The 「2026 Yeongnam–Honam Traditional Market Expo」 will bring together traditional markets from Yeongnam and Honam to share regional values and envision a future of mutual prosperity through unity and exchange. Based on unity and cooperation between Yeongnam and Honam, this expo is a meaningful event that publicizes the unique values and appeal of traditional markets and explores new vitality for regional economies and directions for sustainable development. It will showcase specialty products and outstanding products from traditional markets representing each region of Yeongnam and Honam in one place, highlighting new possibilities for traditional markets through diverse exhibition and promotional programs that present each region's distinctive characteristics and competitiveness. It also aims to establish a foundation for the sustainable growth of traditional markets by introducing central and local government policies supporting traditional markets and sharing various policies and projects to revitalize them, including culture and tourism markets and Onnuri Gift Certificates. Alongside this, it will create a setting for mutually beneficial cooperation that brings together traditional markets, local communities, and young entrepreneurs, providing new opportunities for exchange across generations and regions and creating an opportunity for traditional markets to develop further as centers of regional economies and culture. The 「‘2026 Yeongnam–Honam Traditional Market Expo」 is a forum for exchange that rediscovers the value of traditional markets beyond regional boundaries and builds a future of mutual prosperity and cooperation in which Yeongnam and Honam grow together.