Hyundai Motor Group is proud to sponsor the second U.S.-Japan-Korea Trilateral Executive Dialogue (TED), set to take place in Seoul on 4 September 2024. This high-profile policy seminar will bring together around 100 distinguished figures from the governments, parliaments, and corporate sectors of South Korea, the United States, and Japan to discuss and explore significant opportunities for cooperation.
Fostering Multilateral Cooperation
The TED aims to deepen collaboration among the three nations by examining opportunities for advancing democracy, enhancing international security, and promoting mutual prosperity. This dialogue follows the inaugural event held in San Francisco last year, highlighting the importance of sustaining economic growth, securing international stability, and reinforcing shared values across Korea, the U.S., and Japan.
Event Details and Key Participants
The event will take place at the prestigious Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seoul, featuring co-hosts that include five leading think tanks: the Woodrow Wilson Center, Hudson Institute, 21st Century Policy Institute, Indo-Pacific Forum, and the East Asia Foundation. These organisations play a pivotal role in shaping the discussions and providing valuable insights.
Notable attendees from South Korea will include influential leaders such as Tae-yul Cho, the Minister of Foreign Affairs; In-gyo Jung, who serves as Chief Trade Negotiator; Euisun Chung, the Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Jin Roy Ryu, Chairman of Poongsan Group and the Korea Business Association; Kisun Chung, Vice Chairman of HD Hyundai Group; Bum Sik Hong, President of LG Corp; and Jeong Joon Yu, Vice Chairman of SK on.
From the U.S., key participants will feature Bill Hagerty, Republican Senator from Tennessee; Chris Coons, Democratic Senator from Delaware; and other senior members of Congress. Also attending are Morgan Ortagus, former spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State; Philip Goldberg, U.S. Ambassador to Korea; Alex Rogers, CEO of Qualcomm; and Harold Hamm, founder and chairman of Continental Resources.
Japanese representatives will include leaders from major corporations such as Toyota, Denso, NEC (Nippon Electric Company), and NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone), alongside think tank representatives.
Key Sessions and Topics
The TED will offer a comprehensive agenda featuring sessions on strategic trade and investment, biosecurity, energy cooperation, technology, and the role of the private sector in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. These sessions will provide a platform for discussing actionable strategies and innovative solutions to common challenges faced by the participating nations.
In addition to structured sessions, the dialogue will include opportunities for informal discussions and networking among the attendees, facilitating deeper engagement and collaboration.
Acknowledgments and Cultural Engagement
Bill Hagerty, U.S. Senator and lead delegate, expressed his anticipation for the event, stating, “I am thrilled to join the second annual Trilateral Economic Dialogue in Seoul. This forum will be instrumental in bringing together leaders from the U.S., Japan, and South Korea to address shared challenges and explore new avenues for cooperation.” He also acknowledged the contributions of Euisun Chung, Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Group, for his significant role in sponsoring the dialogue.
Hyundai Motor Group has also planned cultural activities for attendees and their spouses, offering a unique opportunity to experience Korea’s rich heritage. Participants will enjoy Korean cuisine, traditional music, visits to Hanok (traditional Korean houses), and an introduction to the premium Genesis brand, enriching their visit with cultural immersion.
By sponsoring this important dialogue, Hyundai Motor Group underscores its commitment to fostering international cooperation and strengthening relations among key global partners.