Huh Chang-soo, Former Chairman of the Federation of Korean Industries, "40% of Discharged Soldiers Unemployed... Companies Need to Pay Attention"

Sent Letter to Member Companies... Encouraging Participation in the 'Military Personnel Job Fair' on the 28th

Huh Chang-soo, Chairman of the Federation of Korean Industries. [Photo by Federation of Korean Industries]

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Yeju] Huh Chang-soo, chairman of the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI), has requested increased attention to the employment of soldiers scheduled for discharge ahead of the full-scale second half hiring season.

Chairman Huh announced on the 6th that he urged member companies to actively participate in the '2022 Military Personnel Employment Fair' to be held on the 28th through a letter sent to them.

Chairman Huh stated, "In the past five years, 4 out of 10 discharged professional soldiers have faced difficulties due to unemployment," adding, "Soldiers scheduled for discharge have less access to employment information compared to civilians and face the challenge of balancing military service with job preparation."

He emphasized, "The more advanced a country is, the more it respects those who have dedicated themselves to the nation and society and provides appropriate treatment accordingly," and added, "Our companies need to show interest and support so that discharged soldiers who have served the country can quickly enter society."

Meanwhile, Chairman Huh plans to personally attend the 'Military Personnel Employment Fair' to encourage participating companies and discuss cooperative projects such as support for outstanding military talents.

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