According to Yonhap data, the country has reached an unprecedented figure for the number of foreign visitors. The growth in tourist flow is attributed to the global popularity of South Korean pop culture and the creation of favorable conditions for travelers.
Record Figure and Growth Dynamics
It took the state 14 years to reach this milestone after the number of tourists first reached the 10 million mark in 2012.
A ceremonial event took place at Incheon International Airport: Kim Dae-hyeon, the Second Vice Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, personally welcomed the country's 20-millionth guest.
This is only the beginning of the country's journey toward becoming a global tourism powerhouse.
Context
South Korea is an East Asian nation actively developing its tourism sector. Kim Dae-hyeon serves as the Second Vice Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, while Chae Hwi-young is the Minister of the department.
