Marie Antonia von Schönburg, President and CEO of the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), and Georg Schmidt, German Ambassador to South Korea, shared insights on the strategic significance of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business (APK 2026) and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit through an interview with Arirang TV.
In particular, they discussed how Korea and Germany are expanding cooperation in key areas like industrial AI, energy security, and supply chain resilience amid rising global protectionism. They also highlighted the importance of fostering bilateral economic ties, inclusive leadership, and sustainable partnerships between the two nations.
The interview is available via the link.