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President Abraham Kim Meets with Korean Diplomatic and Business Leaders
On March 26, Dr. Kim also met Ambassador Jihoon Cha, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations to introduce himself as the new President, learn more about the activities of the Permanent Mission of the ROK to the UN, and share The Korea Society’s vision.
The two leaders exchanged views on the importance of strengthening U.S.–Korea cooperation amid rapidly evolving global dynamics and reaffirmed the important role of The Korea Society. They also shared perspectives on bilateral cooperation, particularly in the area of AI.
On March 23, The Korea Society leadership—President & CEO Dr. Abraham Kim and Vice President Jiyoung Suh—joined a special dinner hosted by ROK Acting Consul General Sang Ho Lee at ROK Consul General’s residence.
The evening was a warm welcome for Dr. Kim in his new role, bringing together prominent Korean corporate leaders from the NY/NJ area. It was a valuable opportunity to share the Society’s new vision and future plans and exchange insights on strengthening the U.S.–Korea economic partnership.
The attendees, other than those listed above, are:
- Don (Doyeong) Kwak, CEO of North America, LG Electronics U.S.A, Inc.
- Dong Gyu Lee, Consul, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in New York
- Seung Shik Lee, President & CEO, Hana Bank, New York Agency
- Steve (Sang Soo) Son, Senior Vice President of SK Americas
- Seong Yong Yoon, Vice Chairman, KOCHAM
