The Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) is a major economic organization in South Korea. Founded in 1961, it has more than 600 members among Korean industries and companies. [1] [2] Leading conglomerates such as Samsung (Byung-Chul Lee), Hyundai (Ju-yung Chung), SK (Jong-Hyun Chey), and LG Corporation (Ja Kyung Koo) have served as the Chairman of FKI. Current FKI Chairman is Jin Ryu(English name "Roy"), Chairman of Poong-san(Korean Defense Industry Company). Ryu has represented FKI and Korean business community since 2023. FKI is located in Yeoido, Seoul, Korea. [3]
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