What did the agencies agree to?

Seoul Namdaemun Police Station and the Seoul Tourism Organization signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on October 20, the police station announced on October 21, according to Yonhap News. The partnership aims to make safety services more visible to the growing number of foreign tourists visiting Korea.

How will safety information reach tourists?

The tourism organization's information centers and information booths will share crime prevention and emergency response guidance. Staff who guide visitors will also receive training to better explain safety information. The police station's multilingual safety information service, 'Seoul Safety Information with One QR Code' (safeseoul-police.com), will be promoted through the organization's online and offline channels.

What is planned for November?

The two agencies plan a joint 'Safe and Clean Myeongdong' campaign in the Myeongdong area in November. It will focus on crime prevention and basic safety rules for foreign visitors.

For international fans

Myeongdong is one of Seoul's most popular shopping districts, so the campaign is aimed at a crowded area where many international visitors spend time. Namdaemun Police Station chief Ham Kyung-chul said the agencies will keep expanding on-site cooperation to promote crime prevention and a wider safety culture.