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05/08/2025

🌟 AKBC welcomes Green Critical Minerals Ltd! 🌟⁠

Green Critical Minerals Ltd is an ASX listed company with mineral exploration assets and an advanced materials industrial technology. Recently they achieved commercial production status with its advanced materials industrial technology, which produces a product with exceptional thermal properties which supports industrial uses and high performance computing, data centre / AI servers.
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Welcome aboard, Green Critical Minerals Ltd! ✨⁠
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Interested in learning more about the Australia-Korea Business Council and becoming a member? Reach out to us via email [email protected] or visit our website www.akbc.com.au 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠
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03/08/2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our sold out event - the Australia-Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship in Sydney! 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠

Your participation helped make this event a powerful platform for exploring the evolving Australia–Korea relationship, with a strong focus on female leadership and cultural diversity.

Some powerful takeaways from our inspiring speakers (and invaluable advice):

☑️ “Call me “Hyung” from today. We are “Mates” now. It is not our fault that biases blinds people. But it is our personal choice to get back UP, to stand tall, to be seen as a leader.” — Heejung Cecilia Lim, Partner - Eastpoint Partners and AKBC Industry Experts Panel member
☑️ “It’s meaningless if you end up the first and the last.” — Elizabeth Lee MLA, Member for Kurrajong, ACT Legislative Assembly
☑️ “Leadership is something you do for others.” — Emma Gingell, Director, Project, Export & Asset Finance, ANZ
☑️ “Leadership doesn’t come from authority - leadership comes from consistency and empathy.” — Linda Nguyen, Marketing Manager, CJ Foods Oceania

💡 Advice from our speakers:
Go back to basics – entrench a sense of belonging in your organisation.
— Emma Gingell, Director, Project, Export & Asset Finance, ANZ
Don’t wait or ask for permission – lead where you are now.
— Linda Nguyen, Marketing Manager, CJ Foods Oceania
Stay true to your true purpose.
— Elizabeth Lee MLA, Member for Kurrajong, ACT Legislative Assembly

Together, their insights remind us that leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about service, empathy, and consistency. Whether you're stepping in for the first time or stepping up again, these perspectives highlight where real influence begins.

🙏 Special thanks to all our incredible speakers, panellists, and government representatives for sharing their wisdom and inspiring us all:
🎤 Cathy David, Chief Operating Officer, City Fertility
🎤 Dr Pippa Dickson, Board Member, Australia Korea Foundation
🎤 Emma Gingell, Director, Project, Export & Asset Finance, ANZ
🎤 Liz Griffin, CEO, Australia-Korea Business Council
🎤 Jenny Kang, Head of Industry Groups, Australia-Korea Business Council
🎤 Karen Kim, Founder and Director, Hello Music Studios
🎤 Elizabeth Lee MLA, Member for Kurrajong, ACT Legislative Assembly
🎤 Heejung Cecilia Lim, Partner - Eastpoint Partners and AKBC Industry Experts Panel member
🎤 Leah Hyein Na, Executive Producer, SBS Korean
🎤 Linda Nguyen, Marketing Manager, CJ Foods Oceania
🎤 Marilyn Wong, Finance Director - Amaysim and Chair - CAANZ NSW Corporate Advisory Panel
🎤 Samantha van Gelder, Founder and Chairperson, Nick van Gelder Dreamers Foundation (NvGDF)

To our event partners Australia-Korea Foundation, ANZ Australia, City Fertility, ATOMY, and CJ Foods Oceania (Bibigo ANZ) and our Accelerate member, Eastpoint Partners Limited - thank you for your invaluable support!⁠

We can't wait to host this event again in Seoul as part of the 46th KABC-AKBC Joint Meeting program of events. For more info 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/event/australia-korea-women-in-lead-her-ship-in-seoul-149894/

01/08/2025

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📢

Brown Brothers, one of Australia’s most loved wineries, has launched three new limited-edition sparkling wine collections in Korea.

This special release, featuring just 3,600 bottles per variant, reflects the growing presence of Australian brands in the Korean market.

With Keumyang International—Korea’s second-largest wine importer—leading the local launch, Brown Brothers is the latest Australian brand to roll out Korea-exclusive products that celebrate quality, creativity and fun.

A sparkling summer awaits for Korean wine lovers!

Read more below 👇
https://biz.chosun.com/en/en-retail/2025/07/28/ASOO7F4TEBET7IYBIEPNICP55Q/

📩 Did you know AKBC has a dedicated Food and Agriculture Industry Group? Email [email protected] to find out more about how you can become a part of this exclusive group. ⁠
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29/07/2025

Are you attending the 46th KABC–AKBC Joint Meeting in Seoul this September? 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠
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With speakers from Australia and Korea, industry breakouts, site visits, and exclusive networking events across three days, this year’s program is shaping up to be one of our most impactful yet.⁠
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Program highlights include:⁠
📍 Monday 15 September – Australian delegation event including bilateral updates session with Ambassador to the Republic of Korea⁠
Mr Jeff Robinson + our Australia-Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship⁠ event⁠
📍 Tuesday 16 September – Industrial site visits and official Joint Meeting Welcome Dinner⁠
📍 Wednesday 17 September – Key plenary sessions featuring notable agenda updates in 2025 and MIX AT SIX networking⁠ event hosted by the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Korea⁠
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Event details:⁠
📅 15-17 September 2025⁠
📍 Four Seasons Seoul & FKI Conference Centre, Republic of Korea⁠
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If you've registered for the Joint Meeting, download the “I’m going to the Joint Meeting” tile and share it on LinkedIn to let your network know!⁠
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Our detailed agenda and exclusive accommodation offer are now live on the event website 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/event/46th-kabc-akbc-joint-meeting-131696/

Explore the full program and start planning your experience.

25/07/2025

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📢

Who loves Korean fried chicken? 🍗 At the AKBC, we’re always on the lookout for new Korean flavours landing in Australia.

Following the success of their kimbap and mandu, CJ CheilJedang’s bibigo brand has launched a new Korean-style Fried Chicken range in Australia. It’s available now at Woolworths and will hit IGA shelves next month. Head to your local supermarket to try their two delicious flavours: sweet & spicy, or soy & honey.

Produced locally in Australia, this marks another exciting step in the growing popularity of Korean food and culture across the country.

Have you tried Bibigo’s Korean Fried Chicken yet? Let us know what you think!

Read more below 👇
https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250714003100320?section=search

📩 CJ Oceania is a member of the AKBC. Email [email protected] to find out more about how you can become a part of the member-only Food and Agriculture Industry Group. ⁠

24/07/2025

On 18 July, our CEO, Liz Griffin, participated in two panel discussions at Connecting Hydrogen APAC (CHA2025) and Connecting Carbon Capture (CCAS2025) in Melbourne.

🔹 Korea’s shift from nuclear to renewable energy and the implications for regional energy strategies
🔹 Opportunities for Australia–Korea hydrogen trade, supported by resilient export and supply chain infrastructure
🔹 The critical role of public–private partnerships in accelerating the deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCUS) technologies
🔹 The steps Australia must take to remain a reliable long-term energy supplier to Korea and global markets
🔹 The importance of maintaining Australia’s energy security amid growing international demand for a green transition

As hydrogen and CCUS continue to gain momentum, cross-border cooperation is critical to realising a net-zero future.

As the leading organisation strengthening Australia–Korea economic ties, we are proud to advocate for stronger Australia–Korea cooperation to lead the clean energy transition. 🇦🇺🇰🇷

📩 Did you know AKBC has a dedicated Energy Industry Group? Email [email protected] to find out more about how you can become a part of this exclusive group. ⁠

23/07/2025

📢 EVENT 📢

Following the success of the 6th Australia-Korea New Energy Forum, we are excited to bring our Victorian community back together at our first 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮-𝗞𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 (𝗔𝗞𝗕𝗖) 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁-𝗨𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲 with the support of the HFW. This will be an informal gathering designed to strengthen our member community in Melbourne and provide a relaxed setting for networking and collaboration. ⁠
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This event marks the beginning of a new series of member-focused initiatives we hope to roll out across other cities in the future, with the goal of creating more regular opportunities for meaningful engagement for our AKBC community.⁠
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Event Details:⁠
📅 Date: Thursday 14 August 5.30PM - 7.00PM AEST
📍 Location: HFW, Level 39, 600 Bourke St, Melbourne
💡 Price: FREE for AKBC Members | $30 + GST for non-members ⁠

This is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, welcome new members, and exchange insights in a relaxed setting. For those who have been waiting after seeing the success and energy of the Brisbane Member Meet-Up, your moment has arrived!
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Please register by COB 7 August 2025 to secure your spot.⁠
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👉 Spots are limited so register now: https://akbc.glueup.com/event/akbc-melbourne-member-meet-up-149155/

23/07/2025

📢 EVENT 📢⁠
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There's just one week to go until our Australia-Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship event in Sydney! This will be an impactful evening of storytelling, leadership, and meaningful connection.
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Whether you are a current or emerging leader, this is the event for you. While the evening will focus on female leaders working within the Australia–Korea relationship, we warmly welcome attendees of all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds to attend and share their insights and experiences.⁠
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🎤 Hear from senior leaders and rising voices across Australia and Korea⁠
🤝 Build meaningful networks and mentor–mentee relationships⁠
🌏 Explore how women are shaping the future of cross-border collaboration⁠
❓ If you have a question you'd like us to ask our speakers, please drop it in the comments below to send us a DM - we'd love to hear from you!⁠
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🎟 The event is almost sold out! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation.⁠
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The details: ⁠
📅 Date: Wednesday 30 July 2025, 5.00PM - 7.15PM AEST
📍 Location: Level 16, Plum & Cherry Room, ANZ, 242 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000
💡 Price: FREE for AKBC Members | $45 + GST for Non-Members ⁠
👉 Spots are filling up fast! Register now to secure your place!
https://akbc.glueup.com/event/women-in-lead-her-ship-in-sydney-144436/

21/07/2025

📢 Announcing the 46th KABC-AKBC Joint Meeting – Spouse & Partner Program. 📢

AKBC is pleased to launch the Spouse & Partner Program as part of this year’s 46th KABC-AKBC Joint Meeting in Seoul.

This tailored program offers accompanying spouses and partners the opportunity to experience the cultural and historical highlights of Seoul while the core business program is underway. The itinerary is designed to showcase Korea’s heritage, vibrant markets, and iconic landmarks, providing an enriching experience outside the main meeting agenda.

Program highlights include:
📍 Sunday, 14 September – DMZ Tour, Gwangjang Market Tour
📍 Monday, 15 September – Australia-Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship event
📍 Wednesday, 17 September – Gyeongbokgung Palace & Hanbok Experience, National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village

Final details will be confirmed shortly, but we anticipate strong interest in what promises to be a memorable program.

To register your interest, please contact Kailey Choi at [email protected].

📅 Dates: Sunday–Wednesday, 14–17 September 2025
📍 Location: Seoul

17/07/2025

A big thank you to everyone who attended our "All about Korean Conglomerates – Chaebol" training session as part of the 6th Australia–Korea New Energy Forum in Melbourne! 🌏 This is one of five modules in our Mastering the Korean Business Landscape training program which is designed to equip professionals with the cultural and strategic knowledge needed to succeed in the Australia–Korea corridor.

It was fantastic to connect with business professionals across Australia working with Korean stakeholders. Our participants had a fantastic time full of interaction, insightful questions, and a shared eagerness to deepen their understanding of Korean chaebols. Your enthusiasm made this session truly rewarding!

Here are three key takeaways from the training:
1️⃣ The Power of Chaebols
We examined the dominance of chaebols - Top 10 Chaebols in Korea account for almost 65% of South Korea’s GDP and to drive global innovation in all sorts of areas.
2️⃣ History and Evolution
Participants explored how chaebols rose to prominence under President Park Chung-hee’s government, with state support fuelling rapid industrialisation and export growth.
3️⃣ Business Culture and Practices
We unpacked the hierarchical structures, impact of Confucianism and military service in Korean corporate culture, and how to build relationship with Korean stakeholders.

This module was completely sold out!
📩 If you would like to bring our training modules in-house for your company, contact us at [email protected] to learn more about bespoke sessions tailored for your organisation.

17/07/2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the sold-out 6th Australia-Korea New Energy Forum 2025 in Melbourne! 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠
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Everyone's participation made this event a powerful platform for discussing the evolving Australia-Korea relationship, with a focus on renewable energy.⁠
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A special thank you to our speakers, panellists and government representatives for sharing valuable insights - we were honoured to feature the following speakers:⁠
🎤 Damian Dwyer, Director - External Affairs, Low Emission Technology Australia (LETA)
🎤 Hon Martin Ferguson AM, Chairman, Australia-Korea Business Council
🎤 Liz Griffin, CEO, Australia-Korea Business Council
🎤 Simon Harvey, Partner, MinterEllison
🎤 Jenny Kang, Head of Industry Groups, Australia-Korea Business Council
🎤 Paul Kelly, Head of WA Memberships and Business Development
🎤 Dr JaeSeol Lee, Executive Director - Office of Technology Innovation, Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation & Planning (KETEP)
🎤 Dr Junseong Lee, Director, Natural Resources & CCUS Division, Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation & Planning (KETEP)
🎤 Bradley Lingo, Managing Director, Pilot Energy Limited
🎤 Elizabeth Molyneux, Deputy Secretary - Energy, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
🎤 Dave Noakes, Senior Managing Director, Prostar Capital
🎤 Byung Ki Park, Counsellor, Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Australia
🎤 Dr. Nochang Park, Chief Researcher - Advanced Batteries Research Centre, Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI)
🎤 Kara Peach, A/Branch Head - Decarbonisation Initiatives, Department of Climate Change, Energy the Environment and Water
🎤 Young Cherl Song, EPC Business Development Director, Samsung C&T Australia

Thank you to our co-host, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Australia and all our event partners, Invest Victoria, Low Emission Technology Australia (LETA) and Pilot Energy Limited for their invaluable support in fostering Australia-Korea Energy relationship.⁠

🎥 Stay tuned for our event highlights video! Follow us to be the first to see it and gain deeper insights into the discussions that took place.

📩 Interested in hosting an AKBC event at your office or associated venue? Reach out to Belinda Altadonna, Head of Strategic Partnerships and Events to understand the event host opportunities available for the remainder of the year 📨 [email protected] ⁠
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15/07/2025

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📢

Who likes Samgyetang? At the AKBC, we are all foodies and love to the find the best Korean restaurant around Australia.

Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang, a South Korean chain restaurant made its global debut in Sydney CBD in February 2025 and lines have been forming outside of its doors ever since! This is a testament to the growing love of Korean food and culture in Australia, with big Korean food brands entering the Australian market.

Samgyetang 삼계탕 is a traditional Korean soup made with a whole chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, ginseng, garlic, jujube, and other medicinal herbs, typically eaten in summer to boost energy and stamina.

Following the opening of the official Koreatown in Melbourne, Korean culture is flourishing across Australia—reflected in everything from entertainment, culture to food.

Try Samgyetang at your next visit to a Korean restaurant and share us your experiences!

Read more below 👇
https://www.smh.com.au/goodfood/sydney-eating-out/this-popular-soup-chain-has-95-sites-in-korea-now-its-first-global-outpost-is-in-sydney-20250613-p5m7ai.html

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