The Peninsula

KEI Hosts the “Ambassadors' Dialogue” Tour with US and Korean Ambassadors 

For Immediate Release
September 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — The Korea Economic Institute of America (KEI) is pleased to announce the Ambassadors’ Dialogue, which is a high-profile outreach program featuring the current Republic of Korea Ambassador to the United States Hyundong Cho and the current U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Philip S. Goldberg. Scheduled from September 9 to September 13, the tour will include visits to Michigan, Texas, and Arizona, highlighting the robust and growing economic partnership between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK).

This tour will showcase ROK investments in semiconductor components, production, and packaging in these key states, underlining the strategic importance of these sectors in the U.S.-ROK economic relationship. The program will include business roundtables, meetings with local officials, and engagements with academic institutions, including the University of Michigan Ann Arbor and Arizona State University. These interactions will facilitate deeper understanding and cooperation in technology, education, and economic development.

Scott A. Snyder, President and CEO of KEI, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming tour, stating, “We are pleased to renew the tradition of hosting a joint tour of envoys from both the United States and the Republic of Korea as a tangible expression of support for a vital and growing partnership between our two countries.”

The tour underscores the commitment of both nations to strengthen economic ties, particularly in the semiconductor industry, which is crucial for future technological advancements and economic security. By visiting these sites and fostering dialogue with local leaders, the tour aims to reinforce the mutual benefits of the U.S.-ROK alliance.

For more information about the tour and media inquiries, please contact Sang Kim, KEI’s Director of Communications, at sk@keia.org or 202-464-1985.

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The Korea Economic Institute of America (KEI) is a leading organization dedicated to enhancing relations between the United States and Korea through dialogue, research, and outreach. KEI provides a platform for policymakers, business leaders, and the public to engage on critical issues affecting US-Korea relations.

KEI is registered under the FARA as an agent of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, a public corporation established by the government of the Republic of Korea. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.