By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo SK hynix shared its next-generation AI memory strategy and roadmap at the SK AI Summit 2025 held in Seoul from November 3–4. At the summit held under the theme “AI Now & Next,” the company elevated its vision from becoming a full-stack AI memory provider to embracing a broader role as a full-stack AI memory “creator.” Hosted annually by SK Group, the event was formerly known as the SK Tech Summit but has evolved with a greater focus on AI to become the SK AI Summit since 2024. This year’s event brought together global AI experts and industry professionals t
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Samsung Electronics announced on Nov. 19 that it has supplied more than 6,000 hospitality TVs and Smart Signage displays to Royal Caribbean`s Star of the Seas, the world’s best family vacation. The installation spans guest cabins, crew quarters and public areas — including lounges and theaters. This collaboration marks the latest milestone in a longstanding partnership, with Samsung serving as Royal Caribbean’s official display technology provider across the vacation brand`s fleet over 21 years. Completing its maiden voyage from Port Canaveral, Florida, in Augu
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of France in Seoul hosted the 2025 Regional Meeting of French Ambassadors in East Asia on Nov. 20. The Embassy had the honor and pleasure of welcoming French Ambassadors from twelve countries in the region, as well as several senior officials from the Ministry, for two days of discussions on political, economic, and technological issues in the region. This was also an opportunity to reflect on the Ministry's transformation and the managerial experiences of each participant, and to meet with Korean diplomats and researchers. Sunday also included a to
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), led by President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg, has released the 11th CSR Report of German Companies in Korea on Nov. 24, highlighting how German businesses are deepening their social, environmental and community engagement across the country. The annual report, now in its eleventh year, features corporate social responsibility initiatives from nine German companies: Armacell Korea, Bayer Korea, Boehringer Ingelheim Korea, Henkel Korea, Mercedes-Benz Korea, Porsche Korea, Robert Bosch Korea, Si
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kao-soo The European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK) Digital Committee, in partnership with the German Embassy, hosted a session on responsible AI adoption at the Seoul Room, Seoul Square on Nov. 17. Held as part of the German Innovation Days initiative, the event aimed to deepen corporate understanding of key considerations when integrating artificial intelligence into business operations. The session underscored critical blind spots in current AI systems, including designer-introduced biases, limited social awareness, and embedded stereotypes. Speakers emphasized
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo LG Electronics has opened the SKS Chicago Showroom, a dedicated space for its’s SKS brand of ultra-premium built-in home appliances, in Chicago, Illinois – a city known for its architecture and design heritage, on Nov. 17. The new showroom brings SKS’s refined vision to life and strengthens the brand’s presence in the North American luxury built-in appliance market. The SKS Chicago Showroom is an innovation hub where visitors can experience SKS’s “True to Food” philosophy and advanced technologies in an immersive, lifestyle-oriented setting. Located inside THE
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo “Korea–Central Asia Cooperation Forum on AI Talent Development” was held at the National Assembly of Korea on Nov. 19, organized by the Korea Foundation for Science and Creativity (KOSAC) in cooperation with the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum (CARK). The event brought together members of the National Assembly Hong Ki-won and Kim Gun, experts, leading scholars, and representatives of the Embassies of Central Asian countries. In his opening remarks, KOSAC President Jung Woo Sung emphasized the importance of the forum as a plat
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), led by President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg, awarded DolbomDream, Terracle, and TROUND Inc. as the Innovators of the Year at the 11th KGCCI Innovation Awards, held on November 20 at The Ambassador Seoul – A Pullmann Hotel. The annual awards recognize outstanding companies that have introduced groundbreaking technologies and solutions advancing innovation and strengthening Korean-German business cooperation. Officially supported by Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) and th
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea, led by Chairman and CEO James Kim, hosted the 18th AMCHAM CEO Servers' Night at the Conrad Seoul Hotel on November 6, bringing together leading executives from across the business community for a meaningful evening in supporting of underprivileged students. Organized by AMCHAM’s Partners for the Future Foundation, the annual charity event raises scholarship funds for university students facing financial hardship. This year’s event held special meaning as the Foundation celebrated its 25th anniversary, hosting the large
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Chairperson of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan Elvira Azimova paid a working visit to the Republic of Korea on November 11-12, 2025. While in Seoul, she met with the President of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Korea, Mr. Sanghwan Kim. Elvira Azimova informed the Korean side about the legal reforms underway in Kazakhstan, the activities of the constitutional review body in the context of the 2022 constitutional reform, as well as the practice of implementing the Constitutional Court’s decisions by state bodies. Mr. Kim, in tur
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Gil-ju Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Kim Jina met with President of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) Tomas Heidar, who was visiting Korea to attend the 10th International Conference on the Law of the Sea (ICLS) on Nov. 18. During the meeting, they exchanged views on key issues related to the law of the sea and explored ways to strengthen cooperation between the Korean government and ITLOS. The meeting was joined by Judge Kriangsak Kittichaisaree of Thailand, Judge Frida Armas Pfirter of Argentina, Judge Rhee Zha Hyoung of the Republic of Kor
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo A concert of the State Classical Music Orchestra “Camerata Kazakhstan” was held in Seoul on Nov. 14 as part of cultural cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Republic of Korea. The concert program featured outstanding works such as Nurgisa Tlendiev’s “Sarzhailau”(Yellow Steppe), Shamshi Kaldayakov’s “Bärinende sen sulu” (You Are the Most Beautiful), among others. In his welcoming remarks, Ambassador of Kazakhstan Nurgali Arystanov highlighted the significance of cultural exchange as a “language without translation” that strengthens interpersonal ties and creat
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Sultanate of Oman will mark its Glorious National Day, commemorating the Al Busaidi State Foundation Day on November 20 each year. This historic occasion embodies the patriotic spirit of this blessed nation's people as they advance with renewed determination to build their homeland under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Embassy of Oman in Seoul said. The profound pride of the nation's Monarch in the people of Oman reflects the deep unity between the Leader and his loyal citizens. This national cohesion represents a fundamental ele
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Republic of Korea and the Office of National Assembly Member Lee Man Hee, Chairman of the Korea–Azerbaijan Interparliamentary Friendship Group, hosted a remarkable cultural event dedicated to the presentation of the Korean edition of the Azerbaijani epic Kitabi-Dada Gorgud on Nov. 17. Held in the National Assembly Members’ Office Building, the event brought together Members of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, their staff, representatives of academic and cultural institutions, members of the diploma
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Executives from LG Electronics, LG Display, LG Energy Solution and LG Innotek met with Mercedes-Benz AG on Nov. 13 to discuss expanded collaboration under LG’s “One LG Solution” strategy. Focused on leveraging the combined expertise of LG Group affiliates, this effort brings together the four companies driving the Group’s automotive components business. The meeting took place at LG Twin Towers in Yeouido, Seoul, during the visit of Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, to Korea. Participants included William Cho,