April 22-28: The trade, education, and cultural mission to Korea is underway! The delegation was greeted with a fantastic welcoming ceremony and is surly enjoying the fantastic flavors of Korea. Check our Facebook page for updates, and back here after the delegation returns for news of their successes.
Aurora Sister Cities International Leads Delegation to Korea
On April 22, 2017 a delegation of Aurora government, business and education leaders will travel to Aurora’s sister city in Seongnam, South Korea to participate in a week-long trade mission. This visit, hosted by Aurora Sister Cities International and Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan, is meant to deepen Aurora’s existing partnership with Seongnam City by introducing Aurora leaders to the businesses and institutions that make Seongnam City such a unique place. Seongnam City is a short 25 minute drive from the capital city of Seoul. It is known as the “Silicon Valley” of Korea as it is home to many tech companies. The … Read More
Aurora Sister Cities International Leads Delegation to Korea
On April 22, 2017 a delegation of Aurora government, community, and business leaders will travel to Aurora’s sister city in Seongnam, South Korea to participate in a week-long trade mission. This visit, hosted by Aurora Sister Cities International and Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan, is meant to deepen Aurora’s existing partnership with Seongnam City by introducing Aurora leaders and residents to the institutions, businesses, and leaders that make Seongnam City such a unique place. Seongnam City is a short 25 minute drive from the capital city of Seoul. It is known as the “Silicon Valley” of Korea as it is home … Read More
2016: A Year in Review for Aurora Sister Cities International
2016 was a big year for Aurora Sister Cities International! Between international delegation visits to festivals we’ve had a blast. In 2016 we welcomed delegations from three different countries. In March visitors from Seongnam City, our sister city in South Korea, came for a week of tours and business and trade discussions. Then in May Aurora hosted a delegation from Loudi, China. Finally Aurora signed a friendship city agreement Antiguo Cuscatlán, El Salvador, when an official delegation which included the mayor of Antiguo Cuscatlán visited in August. This year was also a big year for cultural and educational exchange. In … Read More