Incheon Free Economic Zone
Yeongjong Island is considered part of the Incheon Free Economic Zone with a concentration on airport logistics, travel, and tourism. The city of Incheon is also investing in its own airline which will be operated from Yeongjong Island.
In addition to the Incheon Bridge, completed in October 2009, there are a number of projects either proposed or already under construction on the island. These projects include,
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