Opening Ceremony



The 23rd IFAC World Congress will officially open at the Auditorium of BEXCO. The ceremony will feature a thematic opening video introducing the spirit of IFAC 2026, followed by welcoming remarks from IFAC leadership, the host organization, and distinguished guests, formally marking the beginning of the Congress.

The Opening Ceremony will also include the IFAC Major Awards and the Appointment of New Advisors.

Date & Time: Sunday, 23 August 2026, 17:30–19:00
Location: Auditorium, BEXCO

Program

  • Opening Performance & Theme Video
  • Opening Remarks (IFAC President)
  • Congratulatory Remarks 1 (Minister of Trade, Industry and Resources)
  • Congratulatory Remarks 2 (Minister of Foreign Affairs)
  • Congratulatory Remarks 3 (Mayor of Busan Metropolitan City)
  • Congratulatory Remarks 4 (President of ICROS & the Korea Association of AI Robot Industry)
  • Congratulatory Remarks 5 (President of Pusan National University)
  • Congress Overview (General Chair)
  • Program Overview (IPC Co-Chairs)
  • Awards Ceremony – IFAC Major Awards & Appointment of New Advisors
  • Closing of the Opening Ceremony & Introduction to the Welcome Reception