"Who Will Choose Whom?" ... Changwon Singles Meetup Draws 6-to-1 Competition

Will These Matches Lead to Marriage? Exciting Encounters Draw Strong Interest

Strong interest in meeting other singles in the Changwon area has drawn attention, with six applicants competing for each spot.

Changwon Special City in Gyeongsangnam-do has closed applications for “Changwon Solo: Signal Matching,” part of its 2026 Youth Meeting Network, which supports singles in meeting and socializing naturally, and is now preparing to launch the program.

Applications were accepted from September 23 through October 16 from unmarried men and women aged 25 to 42 who live in Changwon, work at a workplace in Changwon, or run a business or engage in activities there. A total of 480 people applied for 80 spots, an average competition ratio of 6.0 to 1.

The program will be held at Jinhae Marine Park on October 31 and November 14. After confirming applicants’ eligibility, including their residence or employment status and marital status, the city plans to select the final participants for each session by electronic lottery from among those who meet the requirements.

The event will feature a range of activities to help participants get to know one another, including group activities, one-on-one conversations, and a final selection of preferred matches. The program is designed to give participants a chance to talk comfortably, find common ground, and form new connections.

After selecting the participants, the city will finalize the detailed program and make thorough preparations to ensure smooth interaction and safe event operations.

Hwang Seonbok, an official in charge of population policy, said, “I hope this program will give unmarried young people living in the area an opportunity to meet someone new and communicate naturally. We will prepare carefully so participants can enjoy a meaningful time in a comfortable atmosphere.”

Changwon hopes that arranging meetings for singles will lead to meaningful relationships that ultimately result in marriage and help increase the population.

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