Chairman's Message

Dear Distinguished Member Company Representatives,

Since its establishment in 1978, the Korea Foreign Company Association (FORCA) has served as a key partner in Korea’s economic development and as a leading platform for foreign-invested companies operating in Korea. As the 28th Chairman, I am honored to carry forward the legacy built by my predecessors and to present a new direction for our association as we navigate a rapidly evolving global economic landscape.

Today, we stand at a pivotal moment—an era of profound transformation. The global economy is facing growing uncertainties driven by the entrenchment of protectionism and the restructuring of supply chains centered on economic security. Domestically, strong government support for advanced strategic industries is emerging alongside regulatory changes, presenting foreign-invested companies with unprecedented opportunities as well as challenges.

In this critical time, FORCA aims to go beyond representing corporate interests and become the most reliable partner for our member companies. With this vision, I would like to make the following three commitments.

First, we will strengthen FORCA’s role as an effective bridge between the government and businesses. By maintaining strong communication channels with the government, we will actively convey the regulatory concerns and operational challenges faced by our members and work to ensure they are reflected in policy discussions. In particular, we will continue to advocate for a business environment aligned with global standards.

Second, we will support the practical growth of our members through specialized services. As companies face complex challenges such as evolving global trade dynamics and the energy transition, FORCA will enhance its sector-specific expertise and provide differentiated business insights and information. Our goal is to help member companies operate without barriers in Korea and achieve sustainable growth.

Third, we will foster a stronger community among foreign-invested companies through active engagement and communication. More than 18,000 foreign-invested companies contribute significantly to job creation and economic growth in Korea. By strengthening networking opportunities and a sense of community among members, we will help ensure that foreign-invested companies are recognized as valued partners in Korean society.

I sincerely wish continued success and prosperity for all our member companies that play a vital role in Korea’s economic development. The Korea Foreign Company Association (FORCA) will always stand beside you as we transform challenges into opportunities together.

Thank you.

Go Young Moon
Chairman (28th)
Korea Foreign Company Association (FORCA)