The vice-president of the Funchal Municipal Council, Carlos Rodrigues, received a delegation of 26 public officials from Gangwon Province, South Korea. The study visit focused on local administration and regional development.
During the meeting, the South Korean delegation showed particular interest in the municipality's experience in areas such as sustainable tourism, destination management, and local economic development. Responses to the challenges posed by the increase in visitor numbers and the impacts of tourism activity on the city were also discussed.
The enhancement of natural, cultural, and heritage resources, as well as the articulation between tourism and the local economy, were other highlighted topics. The visit was seen as an opportunity for the exchange of experiences between two territories facing similar challenges in sustainable tourism and regional development.
