Yeongjong Island 5D theme park project eyes W20tr economic boost
KIT World's strategic planning team released projections based on a two-month artificial intelligence-driven study assessing the project's economic, employment and shared value impact across five key areas: job creation, environmental sustainability, education and technology, culture and aging society response.
According to the report, the project is expected to create over 100,000 jobs, including 20,000 direct hires and 80,000 indirect positions through regional partnerships.
It will also provide 10,000 youth internship opportunities and prioritize contracts with more than 50 social enterprises.
Environmental initiatives include a 500 billion won investment in eco-friendly infrastructure such as carbon reduction systems and solar power facilities, which are projected to reduce 30,000 tons of carbon emissions annually.
In education and technology, the park is expected to attract 1 million annual visitors to its extended reality, virtual reality and metaverse learning zones, while running 300 regional training programs, nurturing 2,000 creators and operating a 50 billion startup fund.
In terms of cultural benefits, the park will host year-round 20,000-seat arena events, offer free access for 10,000 underserved individuals and draw between 8 and 10 million tourists annually.
To address Korea's aging demographics, KIT World plans to welcome 1 million senior visitors annually, establish four senior centers and employ over 1,500 silver-specialized staff.
Overall, the project expects to attract more than 20 million domestic and international visitors annually, solidifying its position as a cultural and economic landmark.
'Following recent investment announcements, interest in the KIT World project has surged. We are now preparing to meet with US investors and hold a press conference in Korea,' said a KIT World spokesperson.
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