One Asia Forum

-One Asia Forum-

Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023, 18:00 - 22:00

Location: Part 1 - KG Tower Harmony Hall, Part 2 - KG Tower Lounge (20th Floor)

Hosted by: ALC, East Asia Culture Center

Attendees: Approximately 200 people, including ALC members and prominent figures from the Asian cultural and arts sectors

Main Program: Part 1 - Lectures and Discussions by Speakers from Korea, China, and Japan; Part 2 - Networking Party

Welcome Speech: Ro Jae-hyun, President of the East Asia Culture Center and Chairman of ALC

Congratulatory Speech: Jeong Byeong-guk, Chairman of the Korean Arts and Culture Committee

Speeches by Representatives from Korea, China, and Japan:

• Korean actor Jeong Jun-ho

• Tim Tse, President of the Roosevelt Club China

• Japanese broadcaster Fujimoto Saori

Jeong Jun-ho emphasized the importance of cooperation between Korea, China, and Japan through cultural approaches. He stated, "Culture is what allows us to transcend the boundaries of time and space. From the center of the Cultural Silk Road, it is vital to highlight the role of East Asia, and the importance of sharing, sharing, and openness in culture."

Tim Tse, drawing from his experience as the CEO of the century-old Shanghai-based Roosevelt Club, spoke on "The Rise of East Asia and the Importance of Exchange," discussing the future of cultural and economic exchange between the East and the West.

Saori Fujimoto gave a lecture on the theme, "Even if the language is different, if there is a common purpose and mutual respect, we can do anything together." In addition to her lecture, Saori, who is currently working as a sign language artist, also performed a show titled "Different Type of Sound" before her speech.