On September 3, 2025, DOST-7 and CVISNET collaborated with the Korea Environmental Professional Engineers Association (KEPEA) for a courtesy call and meeting with Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival. The discussion centered on collaborative strategies for sustainable urban development, particularly in advancing Integrated Storm Water Management (ISWM) systems to help Cebu City address climate challenges and restore water circulation.

Prior to the meeting, KEPEA and CVISNET had a coordination meeting with Dr. Tristan Abando, DOST-7 OIC-Regional Director, to discuss ISWM and other potential areas of collaboration.

KEPEA President Soon Myung Hong emphasized the organization's commitment to supporting Philippine partners in developing sustainable and climate-resilient urban environments through integrated water management, policy collaboration, and technical expertise.