People from around the world will be gathered in Daegu, a city known for its history and culture, to attend the "2002 Water Korea", an international-scale exhibition for water supply and drainage to be held from Nov. 12 to 15.

In this big event sponsored by the Korea Water & Wastewater Works Association (KWWA), up to 10 thousand people working in the fields of water supply and drainage are expected to participate. A variety of events are programmed throughout the event, including academic seminars, exhibition of water supply and drainage products, pipe-tapping contest, sports events, as well as a special reception night for the people in the water supply & drainage areas.

The main objectives of this event is to provide business opportunities for domestic and oversea business people as well as invent new technologies and information for the members and purchasers. Furthermore, the event will contribute to promoting the development of the water supply & drainage industry, and raise the consciousness of the citizens on clean water and water resources.