| City Name | Iloilo City, Philippines |
|---|---|
| Date of Sister City Establishment | March 5, 2024 |
| Location of Sister City Confirmation | City Hall of Ililo City in Philippines |
| Location | The capital of the Iloilo State in the southern part of Panay Island |
| Area | 78.34 km² |
| Population | 520,000 people |
| Subdivision Areas | 180 Barangays Barangay: A word in Tagalog (Filipino) equivalent to ‘dong’ in Korean |
| Local Characteristics | - A hub for trade, commerce, tourism, and education industries with good public safety within the Philippines - A city known as the “City of Education” for it is the starting point for the language studies to the Philippines. - A city famous for its festivals and events |
| Major Festivals | - Dinagyang Festival (Every January): a religious (Catholic) festival known for its large-scale parade and dance performances - Jaro Festival (Every February): a religious (Catholic) festival - Paraw Regatta (Every February): The oldest sailing racing event in Asia |
| Major Exchange Details | Discussions are underway for details of exchange activities following the establishment of sister city agreement. |
| Year | Details |
|---|---|
| 2023 | - The Mayor of Iloilo City of the Philippines visited Dobong-gu - Expression of intent for exchange and discussion of exchange activity details |
| 2024 | Establishment of Sister City Relationship |
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