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Busan Metropolitan City

Located in the southeast of the Korean Peninsula, Busan has served as a gateway to the world since it opened as an international port in 1876. A major link between the Pacific Ocean and the Eurasian continent, Busan has also become a leading logistics hub. It ranks as the world’s fifth-largest container port and is South Korea’s second-largest city.

www.busan.go.kr (Korean)

english.busan.go.kr (English)

Jeju Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Jeju Island, also known as the “Hawaii of Korea,” has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. With 660,000 residents and 15 million visitors annually, it has become a major economic and cultural hub in South Korea. Jeju is also a leader in green growth initiatives, having developed the country’s first smart grid testbed and boasting the highest number of electric vehicles per capita. The island also has the highest concentration of museums per square kilometre.

jejucci.korcham.net (Korean)

Daegu Metropolitan City

Located in Gyeongbuk Province in the southeast of the Korean Peninsula, Daegu is South Korea’s third-largest city, with a population of 2.5 million. Ranked 11th nationally in terms of regional GDP in 2017, it is a major economic and industrial hub, particularly in the fashion, electronics, machinery, steel and high-tech sectors.

www.daegu.go.kr (Korean)

english.daegu.go.kr (English)

COEX

The COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul is South Korea’s leading business and cultural hub. Located in the heart of Gangnam’s business district, it is surrounded by five-star hotels, a major shopping centre and an extensive transport network connecting it to the rest of the city.

COEX hosts international exhibitions and conventions while promoting the development of trade and the exhibition industry.

www.coex.co.kr (Korean)

www.coex.co.kr/eng (English)

FKI (Federation of Korean Industries)

The Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) is a multifunctional association representing Korea’s domestic industries. Its membership comprises the country’s major conglomerates and affiliated organizations. Its main objectives are to contribute to economic policy development and support the internationalization of the Korean economy.

www.fki.or.kr (Korean)

www.fki.or.kr/en (English)

Hyundai Department Store

Hyundai Department Store is one of South Korea’s three leading department store chains. With more than 13 locations, it generates over USD 340 million in annual sales.

www.ehyundai.com (Korean)

www.ehyundai.com/lang/en (English)

KBIZ (Korea Federation of SMEs)

Established in 1962, KBIZ represents the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises in South Korea. It supports their development and growth while promoting a fairer, more competitive economic environment that fosters entrepreneurship.

www.kbiz.or.kr (Korean)

www.kbiz.or.kr (English)

KCCI (Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry)

The KCCI is South Korea’s largest private economic organization, bringing together 71 regional chambers and approximately 135,000 members from various business sectors. Since its establishment in 1884, the KCCI has contributed significantly to the growth and development of the national economy, as well as to strengthening Korea’s position within the international community. Its primary mission is to promote the advancement of Korean commerce and industry.

www.korcham.net (Korean)

english.korcham.net (English)

KITA (Korea International Trade Association)

KITA brings together numerous Korean economic organizations and has nearly 70,000 member companies, representing almost the entire international trading community in South Korea.

KITA’s activities include supporting overseas marketing and investment, promoting international cooperation, providing trade information and research, training international trade specialists, advising on the arbitration of commercial disputes, and making recommendations on government policies.

www.kita.net (Korean)

www.kita.org (English)

Embassy of France in Korea and Its Various Departments

Economic Department

The Economic Department of the Embassy of France is an overseas department of the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, under the Directorate General of the Treasury. Operating under the authority of the Ambassador, its missions include strengthening bilateral relations with the Korean authorities in economic and financial matters; carrying out initiatives requested by the French authorities to present, explain and defend France’s positions to local authorities; and analysing South Korea’s economic and financial situation and policies on behalf of the French authorities.

www.tresor.economie.gouv.fr/pays/coree-du-sud

Energy and New Technologies Department

The Energy and New Technologies Department is an overseas department of the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), operating under the authority of the Ambassador. Its role is to monitor and analyse developments in South Korea’s institutional framework and public policies in the energy sector, while promoting and supporting French expertise in the country.

kr.ambafrance.org/Service-Energie-et-Nouvelles

BUSINESS FRANCE

Business France is the national public agency supporting the international development of the French economy. Formed through the merger of UBIFRANCE and the French Agency for International Investment (AFII) on 1 January 2015, it promotes the appeal and strengths of France, its companies and its regions.

Whether supporting exports, investment or international partnerships, Business France assists French and international companies throughout every stage of their projects, with a clear focus on efficiency and results.

www.businessfrance.fr (French)

www.youbuyfrance.com/kr (Korean)

French Institute of South Korea

The French Institute of South Korea was established by the French government to showcase French culture and promote cultural exchanges between France and South Korea.

www.institutfrancais-seoul.com (French)

www.institutfrancais-seoul.com/ko (Korean)

Cercle des Entrepreneurs Francophones en Corée (CEFC)

The CEFC is a French non-profit organization that supports French-speaking entrepreneurs seeking to establish small and medium-sized businesses in South Korea. It meets every two months to exchange market information and prepare practical information sheets on specific topics.

https://www.cefc-seoul.com/

Korean Free Economic Zones (K-FEZ)

Korean Free Economic Zones are designated areas created to attract foreign investment and improve the business environment for international companies. They promote and implement deregulation measures to stimulate business activity and encourage foreign investment.

www.fez.go.kr/kr (Korean)

www.fez.go.kr/global/en (English)

KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency)

KOTRA is a non-profit government agency whose mission is to facilitate trade and promote foreign investment between South Korea and its trading partners worldwide.

www.kotra.or.kr (Korean)

www.kotra.or.kr/foreign (English)

www.investkorea.org (English)

* The Office for Government Policy Coordination (OPC), the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE), and KOTRA’s Office of the Foreign Investment Ombudsman (OFIO) have also established the following platforms, enabling foreign companies and partners to submit their opinions and requests:

e.better.go.kr

www.i-ombudsman.or.kr

MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

MOFA is the government ministry responsible for implementing South Korea’s foreign policy, including diplomacy, international economic policy and international relations.

www.mofa.go.kr (Korean)

www.mofa.go.kr/ENG (English)

MOSF (Ministry of Strategy and Finance)

MOSF is the government ministry responsible for South Korea’s economic development and growth drivers. It ensures effective policy coordination, the efficient allocation of national resources and sound budget management. It also oversees fiscal policy, public-sector reform and international economic cooperation.

mosf.go.kr (Korean)

english.mosf.go.kr (English)

MOTIE (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)

MOTIE is the government ministry responsible for economic and trade policy, particularly in the industrial and energy sectors. It also works to encourage foreign investment in South Korea.

motie.go.kr (Korean)

english.motie.go.kr (English)

Statistics Korea

Statistics Korea, the country’s national statistical agency, collects, produces, analyses and publishes data on South Korea’s economy and society.

kostat.go.kr/portal/english (English)

kostat.go.kr/portal/korea (Korean)

CCI FRANCE

France’s Chambers of Commerce and Industry, united within the “CCI de France” network and coordinated by the national organization CCI France, form a network of 163 national, regional and local public institutions. CCI France has a dual mission: to represent and defend the interests of its member companies and to provide support and guidance to the CCIs in carrying out their activities.

www.cci.fr (French)

CCI France International (French Chambers of Commerce and Industry Abroad) and the Global CCIFI Network

CCI France International brings together 123 French Chambers of Commerce and Industry abroad, forming the world’s leading private network of French businesses. Present in 92 countries, the network represents more than 35,000 companies, half of which are foreign-owned.

www.ccifrance-international.org (French)