The International Contractors Association of Korea said Tuesday it appointed Kim Dae-sik, who has served as South Korea’s ambassador to Oman, as its new full-time executive vice chairman and held an inauguration ceremony.
In his inaugural remarks, Kim said he would use his diplomatic experience and network to become a “field-oriented vice chairman” who supports Korean companies in expanding overseas orders. He also said he would focus all efforts on widening the construction industry’s reach in overseas markets.
Kim entered public service in 1983 after passing the 17th foreign service exam. He has served as ambassador to Oman and ambassador to Kazakhstan, and as head of the Jeonbuk International Cooperation Promotion Agency. The association said he is regarded as an expert in external cooperation and international relations.
Kim’s term is set for two years and will expire on April 30, 2029.
The association is a specialized institution established under the Overseas Construction Promotion Act to support overseas construction. It assists the construction and engineering industries with overseas expansion, information collection and analysis, policy proposals, order support through consultations and consulting, and training of specialized personnel.
An association official said Kim’s broad diplomatic expertise, built through ambassadorial posts in multiple countries, is expected to help external cooperation related to overseas construction and improve international relations.
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