Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, is preparing to welcome the world once again — this time as the host city of 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. Known as Korea’s “museum without walls,” Gyeongju has long been a center of science, culture, and dialogue. The city’s legacy of innovation — from the 7th-century Cheomseongdae Observatory, to the Hwabaek council, the ancient assembly for national decisions — makes it a symbolic and strategic venue for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings. The upcoming meeting will be held at HICO (Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center) near Bomunho Lake, where modern infrastructure meets historical heritage. The venue’s name itself, “Hwabaek,” reflects Gyeongju’s long tradition of open discussion and collaboration — values that remain central to APEC’s mission today. As APEC 2025 KOREA approaches, Gyeongju stands ready to bridge the past and future — connecting ancient wisdom with today’s global vision for innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity across the Asia-Pacific region. Sponsored by the Preparatory Office for APEC 2025 KOREA #APEC #APEC2025 #APECKOREA #APEC2025KOREA #GYEONGJU #SPONSORED @APEC2025KOREA