An army of 22,000 volunteers has been rounded up to help the Asiad run smoothly and a mock Asiad will take place in September to iron out any unforeseen difficulties.
Rho said that a comprehensive program of cultural events and performances would also be laid on before and after the Asiad, including native dancing, traditional music and concerts.
There will also be an Asian Week Festival, street parties at Jagalchi Market near the harbor and an international film festival, he said.
"Because we have a port we must be an international city and this means we must attract foreigners to come to us."
The 2002 Busan Choir Olympics takes place after the Asian Games, from Oct. 19 to Oct. 27.
With the slogan, "Singing together brings nations together," the event is another monster, with 20,000 singers in 400 choirs from 70 nations, including Taiwan, taking part.
It is estimated that 300,000 people will come to hear all these songbirds and the lofty hope of it all will be to "reach for the grand unification of the entire world through singing together."
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