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Clockwise from left: Mexican Ambassador Carlos Penafiel, LG Vice President Kim Gyeong-whan, SK SUPEX Council Vice President Do Hoon, Hanwha Aerospace Head of Communications Lee Jin-myung, Polish Ambassador Bartosz Wisniewski, Malaysian Ambassador Mohd Zamruni Khalid, Korea JoongAng Daily Executive Editor Choi Ji-young and Italian Ambassador Emilia Gatto attend the 20th Korea Economic Forum held at the Westin Josun Hotel in Jung District, central Seoul, on March 25. [PARK SANG-MOON] [PARK SANG-MOON]

FSC vice chair's speech offers envoys, executives 'better view' of Lee's economic vision

Ambassadors from various countries came away impressed by the keynote speech delivered by Financial Services Commission (FSC) Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young at the 20th Korea Economic Forum at the Westin Josun Hotel in central Seoul on Wednesday.

2026.3.25

Kwon Dae-young, vice chairman of the Financial Services Commission, seventh from left, front row; Park Chang-hee, CEO of the JoongAng Ilbo and publisher of the Korea JoongAng Daily, sixth from left; Lee Ho-sung, president and CEO of Hana Bank, seventh from left, second row; Jung Jin-wan, president and CEO of Woori Bank, eighth from right, second row; at the 2026 Korea Economic Forum, organized and hosted by the Korea JoongAng Daily, at the Westin Josun Seoul in central Seoul, on March 25. [PARK SANG-MOON]

FSC vice chair sees energy supply volatility as opportunity to diversify sources

At the Korea Economic Forum in central Seoul on Wednesday, Financial Services Commission Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young highlighted Korea's resilience in the face of global volatility and the government's plan to bolster the local stock market.

2026.3.25

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Financial Services Commission Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young delivers a keynote speech at the 2026 Korea Economic Forum on March 25, outlining the government’s key financial policy agenda for this year. The event took place at the Westin Josun Hotel in Jung District, central Seoul. [PARK SANG-MOON]

FSC vice chair outlines gov't plan to shift to equity investment, spur regional growth

Korea aims to shift its economic model away from real estate-driven growth toward one centered on equity investment under a more trusted capital market environment, Financial Services Commission Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young said Wednesday.

2026.3.25

Kwon Dae-young, vice chairman of the Financial Services Commission

2026 Korea Economic Forum to be held Wednesday

The Korea JoongAng Daily will host the 2026 Korea Economic Forum on Wednesday, March 25. Kwon Dae-young, vice chairman of the Financial Services Commission, will deliver a keynote speech on financial policy direction.

2026.3.23

Korean Enterprises Federation Chairman Sohn Kyung-shik delivers opening remarks at a forum held at the Westin Josun Seoul in central Seoul on Feb 5. [YONHAP]

KEF releases annual handbook on Korean business environment

The Korean Enterprises Federation (KEF) said Wednesday it has released an annual English handbook on Korea's latest business and labor market environment.

2026.3.4

Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, third from right, and mid-size business executives clap during a ceremony on mid-size enterprises at Lotte Hotel in Jung District, central Seoul on Dec. 1. [NEWS1]

Korean companies cut back for 2026 due to global slowdown

Korean companies are increasingly shifting their business strategies for 2026 from expansion to maintenance, as the economic slowdown and global uncertainty drag on and regulations on businesses tighten.

2025.12.1

Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan, left, and SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, who also heads the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), hold a meeting at the KCCI headquarters in central Seoul on Aug. 4. [YONHAP]

Industry minister meets business leaders, vows efforts to mitigate tariff risks

Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan reaffirmed government efforts to minimize the impact of U.S. tariffs on local industries in meetings with the chiefs of two major business lobby groups while also expressing gratitude for its help in the talks.

2025.8.4

The cover page of the English language publication released by the Korea Enterprises Federation on Monday that explains about Korea's industrial trends and labor market reforms [KOREA ENTERPRISES FEDERATION]

KEF publishes English-language labor market analysis

The Korea Enterprises Federation released a booklet detailing Korea's industry trends and labor market reforms.

2025.2.24

Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Chairman Chey Tae-won [YONHAP]

Biz lobbies call for innovation from management, unity from labor in New Year's addresses

The three major business and trade lobbies of Korea urged labor and management to come together to overcome the unfolding political and economic crises through innovation and unity in their New Year's messages.

2024.12.29

Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump looks on during a press conference at Trump Tower in New York City, U.S., Sept. 6, 2024. [REUTERS/YONHAP]

8 in 10 businesses expect Trump to hurt Korean economy, KEF survey finds

THe annual survey by the Korea Enterprises Federation found that eight in 10 businesses expect the protectionist policies of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will hurt the export-reliant Korean economy.

2024.12.1

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FSC vice chair sees energy supply volatility as opportunity to diversify sources

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FSC vice chair outlines gov't plan to shift to equity investment, spur regional growth

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KEF releases annual handbook on Korean business environment

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KEF publishes English-language labor market analysis

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8 in 10 businesses expect Trump to hurt Korean economy, KEF survey finds