 On Thursday October 23, 2008, the "Fulfilling the 2010 South Africa World Cup Promise: Learning from the 2002 Korea Japan Experience" symposium was held at APU hosted by the Ritsumeikan Center for Asia Pacific Studies (RCAPS) and South African Tourism.
The symposium looked at the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup with regards to the initiatives and challenges experienced by Oita Prefecture and as a result, the effects they had. Furthermore, intellectuals from various fields exchanged their opinions on working towards the 2010 South Africa World Cup, holding international sports events and their effect on tourism.
Chief Marketing Officer, South African Tourism (Global) Ms. Roshene SINGH spoke of her efforts to make a success of the 2010 South Africa World Cup: "Through the World Cup we have been provided with a chance to promote South Africa to the world. Our goal is to develop our country, create sustainable jobs and spread the economic and social benefits of the event to the community."
The results of the symposium will be passed on widely throughout the South African Government and municipalities and APU students. It is hoped that this symposium will play a part in the success of the South Africa World Cup. |
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