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Our corporate affairs project area provides the international business community with unique access to the issues and individuals that define U.S.-Korea business relations in a rapidly changing global environment. The programs offered in this project area include conferences, seminars and forums that help Americans and Koreans meet the challenges of doing business together. These programs bring together Korean and American leaders from government, business, the media, academia and international organizations for frank and interactive discussions of the current economic, political and security topics that affect U.S.-Korea relations in a global context.

The focus of this project area is to explore and clarify the major issues affecting the economic partnership between the U.S. and Korea by providing opportunities for interaction between major players in both the private and public sectors of both countries. The objective is to promote a better understanding of the potential for mutually beneficial collaboration within a rapidly changing global environment.

Korea's Resilient Economy & Decisive Measures
Taking a Stand Against the Global Turmoil

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Investors' Roundtable

with

Kyungwook Hur
First Vice Minister of Strategy and Finance
Republic of Korea

Monday, April 27, 2009

On Monday, April 27, 2009, the Republic of Korea's Ministry of Strategy and Finance (MOSF) will host a luncheon roundtable to meet and update U.S. investors on the latest developments in the South Korean economy. The delegation will include Kyungwook Hur, first vice minister; Yoonkyung Kim, director (International Financial Policy Division); Byunghee Yoo, senior deputy director (Financial Policy Division); and Jinwoan Beom, deputy director (Financial Policy Division).

The event is free but RSVP is required.

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Navigating Through Global Turmoil: The Case of South Korea

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with

Thomas Byrne
Senior Vice President
Regional Credit Officer for Asia & Middle East
Moody's Sovereign Risk Unit

Friday, April 24, 2009

How prepared is South Korea to stay competitive in the aftermath of the collapse of global banking? Comparable investment grade countries, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, have floundered. Will South Korea's economy follow suit? Tom Byrne of Moody's Sovereign Risk Unit will address the vulnerabilities and strengths of South Korea relative to other investment grade countries.

About the Speaker

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The Digital Content (R)Evolution and the Google Culture: Myths and Reality
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David Eun will share his perspectives on the (r)evolution of technology and media, and an insider’s overview of the special corporate culture that has made Google into one of the most dynamic and talked-about companies of the Internet age. Offering insight into the huge consumer base and power of its search capabilities and services, Eun will demystify this seemingly monolithic company and reveal what goes into making some of the most influential information technologies of the 21st century. This program is a part of The Korea Society's digital forum series, which provides the business community with access to the information and personalities that contribute to a clearer understanding of the implications of technological development. By examining the ideas and people that inspire change and innovation in the fields of technology, information, and media, the series also assesses the impact of these changes on business and society, in the U.S., Korea and around the world.


The Digital Content (R)Evolution and the Google Culture: Myths and Reality

with

David Eun
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
Google Inc.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

About the Speaker
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Turning Around a Bank in Korea: A Business and Cultural Challenge
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Robert A. Cohen
Managing Partner, Joranel

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

The Asian financial crisis of 1997-98 nearly crippled Korea's banking sector under a glut of non-performing loans. Even so, the Korean banking industry rebounded quickly compared with those of other emerging-market countries affected by the crisis. Can this historical precedent help nervous followers of financial markets find their way in the current global banking meltdown?

As the CEO of Korea First Bank from 2001-2005, Robert Cohen dealt firsthand with the aftermath of the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis. Cohen overcame the cultural obstacles inherent in being the first foreign head of a major Korean bank, marshaling 6,000 employees in a successful effort to rebuild KFB. His insights into the Korean corporate and economic environment have practical applications to the current economic climate.

About the Presenter
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