# Korea Times to host forum on Korean enterprises’ global expansion > Source: > Published: 2026-06-04 06:52:03+00:00 As Korean companies grapple with geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain shifts and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), questions are growing over how they can transform themselves from export-driven manufacturers into globally competitive innovators. To explore those challenges and opportunities, The Korea Times and GR Korea will jointly host a forum titled “Made in Korea: Global and AI Enablement” on June 9. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. at the Grand Hall of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in central Seoul. Bringing together leading voices from business, government and academia, the forum will examine how Korea can leverage AI, technological innovation and industrial strengths to create globally competitive companies and redefine what “Made in Korea” means in the 21st century. Featuring key experts and industry leaders, the event will serve as a platform to explore practical pathways for Korean companies to leverage AI not merely as a technology trend, but as a core driver of global expansion and competitiveness. The opening speech wi