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Australia-Korea Business Council, Melbourne (2025)

25/11/2025

What a night at the AKBC Member Meet-Up in Sydney! ✨

⁠A huge thank you to our vibrant AKBC Sydney community for making our Member Meet-Up such a dynamic, engaging, and memorable evening! 🥂⁠ ⁠

This Member Meet-Up sold out days before the event, proving the strong interest within Sydney’s business community to connect, collaborate, and engage. It was fantastic to see AKBC members and key stakeholders across New South Wales come together to share meaningful conversations and strengthen the community.

A special thank you to our member A&O Shearman for hosting us at your beautiful new office in Sydney and supporting the Australia–Korea business community here in Sydney. 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠ ⁠

We are excited for more AKBC Member Meet-Ups to come next year!⁠

⁠📩 Interested in hosting the AKBC Member Meet Up at your office next year? Reach out to us and send us an email to baltadonna@akbc.com.au.

24/11/2025

📢 EVENT 📢 ⁠ ⁠

We are pleased to announce the speaker line-up for the Korea–Australia Business Partnership Forum in Sydney.
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Join us as senior leaders from government and industry share insights on emerging opportunities across critical minerals, renewable energy and supply chain cooperation.
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We warmly welcome all guests, AKBC members and non-members, to be part of this important discussion.
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Our speakers include:
🎤 The Hon. Anoulack Chanthivong MP, Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading; Minister for Industry and Trade; Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology; Minister for Building; and Minister for Corrections, NSW Government (Video message)
🎤 Dr. Paul Grimes PSM, CEO of Austrade (Video message)
🎤 Yong-jun Choi, Consul-General, Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney
🎤 Clare Pope, Partner, Gilbert + Tobin; Board Director of the Australia–Korea Business Council
🎤 James Choi, Managing Director, J2 Advisory; Former Australian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea
🎤 Rob Blayney, Manager, Mining Industry Investment, NSW Government
🎤 Ick Don Choe, Managing Director, Hanwha Energy Australia
🎤 Wendy Haydon, Head of Asia – Investment, Austrade
🎤 Dongjoo Kim, Senior Manager, POSCO International Corporation
🎤 Owen Myatt, A/g Director, Asia Investment Desk, Austrade
🎤 Justin O’Connor, Senior Project Officer, Hydrogen and Renewable Fuels, NSW Government
🎤 Kevin Pyeun, Partner, KPMG
🎤 Rowena Smith, Managing Director and CEO, Australian Strategic Materials (ASM); Member of the AKBC Industry Experts Panel
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See full speaker bios on our event website and register now 👉https://akbc.glueup.com/event/korea-australia-business-partnership-forum-160356/
⁠Registrations close on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 or when sold out.

⁠Event Details:⁠ ⁠
📅 Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 9.30 AM – 2.00 PM AEDT (including a two course sit-down lunch)
📍 Location: Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Hilton Sydney, 488 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
💡 Price: Complimentary
Tickets include event access and lunch during networking.
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24/11/2025

The Australia–Korea Business Council (AKBC) has made a submission to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Education’s Inquiry into Building Asia Capability in Australia.

As Korea becomes an increasingly important partner for Australia in critical minerals, clean energy, hydrogen, defence industry, and advanced manufacturing, the need for a Korea-capable workforce is growing rapidly. AKBC submission highlights significant structural gaps in Korean language learning, teacher supply, cultural competency, mobility opportunities, and industry–education collaboration.

To support the development of a more Asia-capable nation, AKBC has put forward six key recommendations to strengthen Australia’s Korea capability across schools, universities, industry and government.

Our recommendations are summarised in the carousel below.

AKBC stands ready to work with government, education providers and industry to progress this important agenda.

📄 For further information or collaboration opportunities, please contact the AKBC team.

📩 Looking to strengthen your organisation’s Korea capability?

Our Mastering the Korean Business Landscape training provides valuable insights into Korea’s business environment, cultural nuances and partnership approaches.

👉 Find out more: https://www.akbc.com.au/mastering-korean-business-landscape

24/11/2025

🌟 AKBC welcomes Wallenius Wilhelmsen! 🌟⁠

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting their customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-consumer. Their ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen includes EUKOR, ARC, Armacup and Keen and today has operations in three key segments: Shipping services, logistics services and government services. Total revenue for 2023 was USD 5,149 million. They control 125 vessels servicing 15 trade routes to six continents, together with a global inland distribution network, 66 service & processing centres, and 7 marine terminals. With 9,500+ employees representing 81 nationalities working in 28 different countries, they aim to consistently be customers’ preferred integrated logistics partner. Together, they are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.
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Welcome aboard, Wallenius Wilhelmsen! ✨⁠
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Interested in learning more about the Australia-Korea Business Council and becoming a member? Reach out to us via email info@akbc.com.au or visit our website www.akbc.com.au 🇦🇺🇰🇷⁠
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21/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Australia–South Korea Strategic Insights with Ambassador H.E. Jeff Robinson in Sydney. 🇦🇺🇰🇷

On Thursday, 20 November, the Australia–Korea Business Council (AKBC) hosted the Australia–South Korea Strategic Insights with Ambassador H.E. Jeff Robinson at the new Sydney office of AKBC Member A&O Shearman. This private roundtable brought together AKBC Members from our highest membership levels in New South Wales in an intimate setting to continue the important dialogue on shaping and strengthening the Australia–Korea relationship.

The roundtable provided an opportunity for members to engage directly with the Ambassador and exchange views on strengthening bilateral collaboration and advancing shared economic priorities across the Australia–Korea corridor.

Some of the key takeaways from the discussion included:
✅ Continued momentum in Australia–Korea relations, with both countries aligned on shared economic and strategic priorities.
✅ A growing need to raise awareness of commercial and investment opportunities between Australia and Korea.
✅ Shift in economic relationship from commodity trade to diverse sectors including defence, AI, Food and Agriculture and Tourism.

A special thank you to Goran Galic and David Christensen from A&O Shearman for hosting this important discussion at your beautiful new office, and to all attendees for contributing their insights and perspectives.

📩 Follow us, or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on news in the Australia-Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

20/11/2025

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📢

Congratulations to Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) Korea on launching its first 'Taste of Queensland retail' promotion on SSG.COM, one of Korea's largest online grocery platforms. The promotion runs from 20–26 November 2025.

Queensland beef is the centrepiece of this campaign, reflecting its dominant role in Australia’s exports to Korea and the continued strong demand supported by the Korea–Australia Free Trade Agreement. Korea remains Queensland’s second-largest beef market, with exports reaching $1.8 billion in the year ending September 2025. Notably, close to 70 per cent of Australian beef consumed in Korea originates from Queensland.

In addition to beef, Korean consumers are introduced to a broader range of iconic Queensland products, including honey, macadamias, and Bundaberg brewed drinks.

As part of this promotion, Tourism and Events Queensland is also supporting the initiative by offering one lucky shopper a return flight to Queensland, adding further excitement to the promotion.

TIQ is a member of the AKBC.

Read more below 👇
Queensland Beef on SSG: https://emart.ssg.com/plan/planShop.ssg?dispCmptId=6000501460
All Queensland product on SSG: https://www.ssg.com/plan/planShop.ssg?dispCmptId=6000501433

📩 Did you know AKBC has a dedicated Food and Agriculture Industry Group? Email info@akbc.com.au to find out more about how you can become a part of this exclusive group.

19/11/2025

Yesterday, our CEO, Liz Griffin, attended GS E&C Australia’s Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Launch. This marks an important step in GS E&C's journey to deepen relationships with Indigenous communities and strengthen their commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The launch highlighted the significance of a Korean company in Australia taking this step to recognise Australia’s history and build deeper cultural understanding. Speakers reflected on shared experiences of resilience and transformation across Australian and Korean histories, highlighting the value of fostering deeper cultural understanding.

A key moment was the unveiling of Wurundjeri Yorta Yorta artist Simone Thomson’s artwork Yirramboi Daminon-inon – Tomorrow's Peace. The piece is rich with layered symbolism, including the intertwining of Korean and First Nations cultural motifs that speak to shared values of respect, connection and community. In Korea, the tiger traditionally represents the proud land and nation of Korea. The flowering Manna Gum leaves extending towards the tiger symbolise a welcome to GS E&C’s Melbourne office on Wurundjeri Country, as well as GS E&C’s acknowledgement of and respect for the ancestors of the Wurundjeri People. The brown bear represents the community-minded nature of Korean culture and its spirituality, reflecting GS E&C’s embrace of and respect for First Nations cultures in Australia.

GS E&C’s Reflect RAP outlines the organisation’s commitment to:
• Building lasting and respectful relationships with First Nations communities based on trust and shared purpose
• Supporting Indigenous employment, leadership and business engagement
• Educating and increasing cultural awareness across its workforce
• Creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace
• Recognising and honouring Indigenous knowledge

GS E&C Australia is a member of the AKBC.

Read more below 👇
https://www.gsenc.com.au/responsibility/inclusion-diversity/

📩 Follow us, or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on news in the Australia-Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

18/11/2025

📢 EVENT 📢

We are pleased to partner with KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) and the Consulate-General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney to co-host the Korea–Australia Business Partnership Forum on Tuesday, 9 December, with the support of Austrade. This high-level forum will examine new opportunities for collaboration across critical minerals, renewable energy and supply chain cooperation.

This year has seen significant progress in the Australia–Korea relationship, including renewed cooperation on clean energy, hydrogen and critical minerals highlighted at the G7 Summit and reinforced at the APEC Summit in Gyeongju, where KOTRA and Austrade renewed their Memorandum of Understanding for the first time in 37 years.

Join our discussion as senior government and industry leaders examine how Australia and Korea can deepen cooperation, strengthen supply chain resilience and unlock new commercial pathways.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 9.30 AM – 2.00 PM AEDT (including a two course sit-down lunch)
📍 Location: Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Hilton Sydney, 488 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
💡 Price: Complimentary
*Tickets include event access and lunch during networking.

Early bird tickets are now available exclusively for AKBC members. Please register by Monday, 24 November 2025 to secure your spot. Registration will close on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 or when sold out.

👉 Register here: https://akbc.glueup.com/event/korea-australia-business-partnership-forum-160356/⁠ ⁠

18/11/2025

📢 EVENT SOLD OUT 📢

Thank you to everyone who registered for the AKBC Member Meet-Up in Sydney. We are pleased to share that the event is now sold out! 🇦🇺🇰🇷

Following the strong interest generated after our Member Meet-Up series in Brisbane and Melbourne, the business community in Sydney has once again demonstrated the value of connection and collaboration among those working in the Australia–Korea bilateral relationship, supported by AKBC Member, A&O Shearman.

We look forward to welcoming everyone this Thursday for an engaging evening of conversations and networking.

17/11/2025

This afternoon, our CEO Liz Griffin attended the Annual Australian APEC Study Centre Lecture which was hosted at RMIT University, featuring The Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, the Prime Minister of Australia.

In his address, the Prime Minister highlighted the significance of Korea to Australia, reflecting on outcomes from the recent APEC Summit including:
🔹A visit to POSCO Pohang Steelworks, acknowledging POSCO as Australia’s single largest corporate customer with POSCO importing $18.2 billion of Australian goods
🔹An opportunity for the Prime Minister to see samples of “green steel,” reflecting shared priorities in clean energy and advanced manufacturing
🔹A productive Leaders’ dinner hosted by Korean President Lee, with President Trump and other leaders in attendance
🔹The importance of informal discussions, where unscheduled conversations often strengthen relationships beyond the formal program.

Korea hosting APEC is a fantastic outcome for the Australia–Korea bilateral relationship, enabling government and business leaders to leave with a deeper understanding of Korea, its industries, and the future of bilateral cooperation. 🇰🇷🇦🇺

📩 Follow us, or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on news in the Australia-Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

13/11/2025

📣 AKBC Event Stories: Real Experiences, Real Impact 📣 ⁠
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This year, we hosted our first-ever AKBC Member Meet-Up series, starting in Brisbane, followed by Melbourne. Our Member Meet-Ups offer a relaxed yet valuable environment for professionals across industries to exchange insights, explore collaboration opportunities, and build long-term business relationships. Every conversation adds to the collective growth of the Australia-Korea business corridor, and we are always inspired by the energy and engagement of our members. ⁠
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The AKBC Member Meet-Up in Melbourne was hosted in August at the Melbourne office of our member, HFW, which brought together AKBC members and the business community in Melbourne in a relaxed setting. ⁠
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⁠Hear what one of our attendees had to share about the event 👆.⁠
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We are grateful for the continued support and participation of our members, and we always appreciate hearing when attendees find value in our events. ⁠
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Our next AKBC Member Meet Up will be held in Sydney on Thursday, 20 November. Join us by registering here 👇
https://akbc.glueup.com/event/akbc-sydney-member-meet-up-159717/
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We look forward to celebrating an early Christmas with our community! ⁠
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📩 Follow us, or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on news in the Australia-Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/⁠
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12/11/2025

📢 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📢

POSCO has signed a $1.2 billion deal with Mineral Resources (MinRes) to acquire a 30% stake in MinRes’ lithium projects valued at $3.9 billion.

The partnership will strengthen the battery supply chain between Australia and Korea, reinforcing the fantastic bilateral trade relationship. MinRes will retain a 70% stake and continue operating the mines, while POSCO will secure lithium concentrate for processing in Korea.

🇦🇺 🇰🇷 POSCO is a member of the Australia–Korea Business Council (AKBC).

Read more below 👇
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/minres-inks-1-2b-lithium-deal-with-korea-s-posco-20251112-p5nerm

📩 Did you know AKBC has a dedicated Critical Minerals Industry Group? Email info@akbc.com.au to find out more about how you can become a part of this exclusive group.

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