[WYD 2027 ㉔] Pilgrims' Spending Becomes a Blessing for the Region

Key points in 3 lines

1. Columnist Ji Seung-ju argues that the 2027 World Youth Day (WYD) in Seoul should be treated as a chance to build ties with pilgrims and support local businesses, rather than as a mere 'special event'.
2. According to the Seoul Metropolitan Government, spending by foreign visitors using Seoul cards from January to September this year reached 8,843.5 billion won, up 57.7% from the same period last year.
3. He proposes preparing three things: consistent prices, transparent payments, and respectful hospitality between merchants and pilgrims.

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