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France-Korea Tech Summit 2026

Friday 16 October 2026 - 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM (UTC+9)

COEX Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall B, B300, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam District, 06164, Seoul, Korea, republic of

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AI & Greentech: Shaping the Next Era of Innovation

The French Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), in partnership with the Korea Electronics Association (KEA), is pleased to host the France-Korea Tech Summit 2026, as part of Korea Electronics Show (KES) 2026, on October 16, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at COEX, Seoul.

Bringing together leading executives, technology experts and key stakeholders from France and Korea, the Summit will explore two major forces transforming today's economy: Artificial Intelligence and Green Technology.

Through high-level keynote speeches and panel discussions, speakers will share their perspectives on the growing role of AI in corporate strategy and the technologies driving the transition toward more sustainable business models.

The afternoon will continue with a Pitch Contest from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., showcasing companies across semiconductors, cybersecurity, advanced materials, energy, Industry 4.0 and healthcare technologies. Participants will present their solutions to a jury bringing together expertise in entrepreneurship, investment, intellectual property, AI and sustainability.

WHY ATTEND?

Gain exclusive insights into the latest developments in AI and green technologies
Discover how AI is becoming a key component of corporate strategy
Explore innovative technologies supporting sustainable growth
Discover innovative companies and their solutions during the Pitch Contest.
Connect with key decision-makers from France and Korea
Join a high-level event at the heart of KES 2026, Korea’s leading electronics and technology exhibition

SPEAKERS

VIP Panel Discussion – AI at the Heart of Corporate Strategy

The VIP Panel will bring together Arthur BARICHARD from the French AI and Digital Council, Kevin CHOI from KT SAT and Moonseok Chang, Executive Director of AX Center at Seoul AI Hub. Moderated by Janghyuk Lee, CEO of AligoAI and Professor of Marketing at Korea University Business School, the discussion will explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in corporate strategy and its impact on business transformation.

Greentech Panel Discussion – Technology for a Sustainable Future

The Greentech Panel will be moderated by Yeonji KIM from the Green Climate Fund, bringing together Hervé Peneau from Veolia Korea, Corine VERSINI from GenesInk, and Kijun PARK from KEPCO. The discussion will explore how technology and innovation can support sustainable transformation and contribute to the development of greener industries.

PITCH CONTEST PRIZES

The top three companies will receive prize packages combining cash awards, expert training, workspace, FKCCI membership and promotional opportunities.

1st PRIZE
Total prize package value: KRW 12,000,000

KRW 1,000,000 in cash
10 hours of training with trade advisors, valued at KRW 5,000,000
Two months of coworking space at Maison France, valued at KRW 1,400,000
One year of FKCCI membership, valued at KRW 600,000
A two-page advertorial in the FKCCI business magazine Corée Affaires, valued at KRW 2,100,000
One startup ticket for VivaTech
An FKCCI gift bag including a guide to French restaurants in Korea, the France-Korea 140th anniversary commemorative book and a bottle of wine

2nd PRIZE
Total prize package value: KRW 9,500,000

KRW 600,000 in cash
10 hours of training with trade advisors, valued at KRW 5,000,000
Two months of coworking space at Maison France, valued at KRW 1,400,000
One year of FKCCI membership, valued at KRW 600,000
A one-page advertisement in the FKCCI business magazine Corée Affaires, valued at KRW 1,200,000
One startup ticket for VivaTech
An FKCCI gift bag including a guide to French restaurants in Korea, the France-Korea 140th anniversary commemorative book and a bottle of wine
Additional VivaTech tickets

3rd PRIZE
Total prize package value: KRW 7,000,000

KRW 200,000 in cash
Five hours of training with trade advisors, valued at KRW 2,500,000
Two months of coworking space at Maison France, valued at KRW 1,400,000
One year of FKCCI membership, valued at KRW 600,000
A one-page advertisement in the FKCCI business magazine Corée Affaires, valued at KRW 1,200,000
One startup ticket for VivaTech
An FKCCI gift bag including a guide to French restaurants in Korea, the France-Korea 140th anniversary commemorative book and a bottle of wine
Additional VivaTech tickets

MEET THE PITCH CONTEST COMPANIES

FUST Lab. Co., Ltd. | CleanTech, Energy & Sustainability
Represented by Minsung Hwangbo, CEO.

GenesInk | Semiconductors & Printed Electronics
Represented by Théo Grimm, Business Development Manager Asia Pacific.

ID4US | Cybersecurity
Represented by Christophe Bernard, Co-founder & CEO.

Langcode | Artificial Intelligence & Process Automation
Representative to be confirmed.

NEST Co., Ltd. | BioTech, HealthTech & MedTech
Represented by Seungwon Jang, Founder & CEO.

Thélyos | DeepTech, Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology
Represented by Patrice Canac, CEO.

TiHive | DeepTech & Industry 4.0
Represented by Hani Sherry, CEO.

Voltify | Energy Technology & Semiconductors
Represented by Maxime Hallot, CEO.

AGENDA

11:00 - 11:15 | Opening Speeches
- Julien Herveau, Vice-President of FKCCI / Mazars Korea, Country Lead Partner
- Jae-Young PARK, Vice President, Korea Electronics Association (KEA)
- Philomène ROBIN, Acting Head of Mission at the French Embassy in the Republic of Korea

11:15 - 11:20 | Keynote by Invest Seoul - Seoul's AI Moment: The Next Chapter in France-Korea Innovation
- Jihyung Lee – President & CEO of Invest Seoul

11:20 - 12:10 | VIP Panel Discussion - AI at the Heart of Corporate Strategy
- Moderator: Janghyuk Lee, CEO of AligoAI and Professor of marketing at Korea University, Business School
- Panelists: Arthur BARICHARD, Director of the French AI and Digital Council
Kevin CHOI, CEO at KT SAT
Moonseok Chang, Executive Director of AX Center at Seoul AI Hub

12:20 - 13:10 | Greentech Panel Discussion - Technology for a Sustainable Future
- Moderator: Yeonji KIM, Evaluation Uptake Specialist, Independent Evaluation Unit of the Green Climate Fund
- Panelists: Hervé Peneau, CEO & Chairman, Veolia Korea
Corine VERSINI, Chief Executive Officer, GenesInk
Kijun Park, Head of AI Laboratory (VP), KEPCO

13:10 - 14:00 | Lunch Break

14:00 - 16:00 | Pitch Contest

16:00 | Closing

* Schedule subject to change.

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CONTACT

Lisa BRUGIER - Development Project Manager
Email: l.brugier(@)fkcci.com

Tristan ZULIANI - Development Manager
Email: t.zuliani(@)fkcci.com