Asia Summit 2026

Korea’s Global Edge: Investing in Industry, Innovation, and Influence

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Korea’s globally competitive industrial champions continue to shape key sectors including automotive, advanced manufacturing, shipbuilding, and technology. At the same time, a new generation of growth engines has emerged with companies across entertainment, digital platforms, and premium consumer brands expanding Korea’s cultural influence beyond Asia, translating its growing soft power into scalable commercial opportunities. Where are Korea’s most compelling areas for growth and value creation? How are Korea's established industrial leaders reinventing themselves to remain competitive? What should investors be watching next?

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    Moderator

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    John B. Quinn

    Chairman and Founding Partner, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP

    Speakers

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    Hee Kyung Lucia Cho

    President and CEO, HWAYO
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    Daniel Jang

    Co-CEO, SM Entertainment
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    Namsun Kim

    President, Investments, NAVER