US businesses hope Lee will boost Korea as high-tech, green industry hub

U.S. companies doing business here on Wednesday congratulated President Lee Jae-myung on his election, promising continuous support to enhance Korea's long-term economic competitiveness through policies that promote a more predictable and fair regulatory environment. Expecting Lee's leadership to reinforce Korea's role as a global hub for high-tech industries and green development, the American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) said in a statement that it will continue to serve as a trusted bridge to strengthen the two countries' economic ties. "On behalf of the U.S. business community, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to President Lee Jae-myung," AMCHAM Chairman James Kim said. "His leadership and vision come at a pivotal moment for Korea, and I'm truly excited about the opportunity to work closely with him and his administration to further deepen the U.S.-Korea economic partnership." Recalling previous meetings with Lee, the chairman also recognized the new president as a "real visionary." "I've had the privilege of meeting President Lee many times over the yearsWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times