The Korea Chamber of Commerce announced on August 25 that Kim Jung-il, former head of the New Trade Order Strategy Office at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, has been appointed as the new Executive Vice Chairman.
The chamber plans to hold a special general meeting on September 8 to present the 'Appointment Agreement for the New Executive Vice Chairman.' If approved, Kim will be officially appointed to the position.
Kim has accumulated extensive experience and expertise over more than 30 years in key national industries, including industrial policy, trade, energy, and semiconductors, working in both government and corporate sectors.
He has held various positions at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, including Director of the Semiconductor Display Division, Director of the Americas Trade Division, Free Trade Agreement Policy Officer, Energy Innovation Policy Officer, and head of the New Trade Order Strategy Office. He later served as the Global Business Policy Officer at SK Square and as Vice President of External Cooperation at SK Hynix.
Kim stated, "In a time of increasing uncertainty in the global economy and trade environment, I will actively represent the voices of businesses to ensure our companies can grow steadily and create new opportunities. I will diligently fulfill the role of a bridge between the government and the business community and do my utmost to enhance the global competitiveness of our companies."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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