Seoul, South Korea – The Dominican Republic Embassy in Korea, in collaboration with ProDominicana, successfully organized the ‘Dominican Republic–Korea Business Forum: Strategic Horizons’ at the VOCO Hotel in Seoul. The event attracted over 50 prominent Korean business leaders, diplomats, and government officials, all focused on identifying new investment opportunities and strengthening economic ties between the two nations. This forum represents a significant milestone in positioning the Dominican Republic as a strategic hub for Korean investment in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Biviana Riveiro, Executive Director of ProDominicana, delivered the keynote speech, showcasing the Dominican Republic’s thriving economy, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and robust legal framework. She underscored the country’s leadership in attracting foreign direct investment, emphasizing its stability, competitiveness, and access to global markets. ‘We aim for Korean companies not just to enter our market but to grow, innovate, and thrive with us,’ Riveiro stated.
Ambassador Angie Shakira Martínez Tejera characterized the forum as the dawn of a new era in Dominican-Korean relations, centered on commerce, innovation, and investment. She reiterated the Dominican Republic’s role as a dependable and competitive partner for Korea and encouraged Korean businesses to leverage personalized support through the embassy.
The event concluded with an exhibition of Dominican products, including coffee, cocoa, cigars, rum, and handicrafts, which not only captivated attendees but also symbolized the cultural connection between the two nations. Ambassador Martínez extended her gratitude to ESD Group for sponsoring the forum and to Korean trade organizations such as KOTRA, KOIMA, KITA, and KCCI for their collaborative efforts. The forum laid the groundwork for enhanced economic cooperation and reaffirmed the Dominican Republic’s position as a gateway for Korean businesses in the Americas.