Jung Ki-sun: "The United States Is the Best-Prepared Partner... We Will Strengthen Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Cooperation"

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Jung Ki-sun, Chairman of HD Hyundai, has identified the United States as a key partner in shipbuilding cooperation and hinted that additional achievements in Korea-U.S. collaboration will be announced in the future. South Korea and the United States are jointly working on technology development and workforce training, centering on the MASGA (Make American Shipbuilding Great Again) project.

During the "Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit Korea 2025 Future Tech Forum - Shipbuilding" session held at Munmu Hall, Expo Park, Gyeongju, Jung met with reporters and said, "A great deal of preparation has gone into global cooperation projects," adding, "The United States is the most well-prepared partner. Following the announcement yesterday (the 26th), there will be several more announcements in the future." HD Hyundai announced the previous day that it would jointly participate with Huntington Ingalls and the U.S. Navy in the design and construction of the next-generation logistics support ship.

Jung Ki-sun, Chairman of HD Hyundai, is answering reporters' questions after taking a commemorative photo with speakers at the "Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit Korea 2025 Future Tech Forum - Shipbuilding" session held at Munmu Hall, Expo Park, Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk on the 27th. Gyeongju ? Photo by Oh Ji-eun

When asked whether the company is considering acquiring a local shipyard in the United States, he replied, "We are reviewing various options, including that possibility." Regarding the potential visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to the Ulsan shipyard, he stated, "Nothing has been confirmed yet."

The Future Tech Forum hosted by HD Hyundai on this day was Chairman Jung's first official appearance since taking office. He said, "Since the inauguration ceremony, I have been meeting people in various places," adding, "I have shared HD Hyundai's future plans and also reflected on the journey of seeking new opportunities." He went on to say, "The most important thing is for everyone to come together and unite," and added, "I will do my best."

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