president of south korea Yoon Seok Yeol participated in a 30-minute meeting with mark zuckerbergCEO of metain Seoul, focuses on strengthening cooperation in AI and digital technologies.
The meeting, held at the presidential palace in Yongsan, was held at Mehta’s request, and the two discussed fostering a robust digital ecosystem. son tae yoonThe Director of National Policy at the Blue House emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between Meta and Korean companies. Mark Zuckerberg highlighted that South Korea, known for its advanced smart home appliances, wearable technology, and intelligent vehicles, provides a promising platform for Meta’s artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Beyond technical cooperation, the discussion also delved into broader concerns, including the spread of misinformation on social media platforms such as Facebook, which is owned by Meta. This dialogue was particularly meaningful as Mr. Zuckerberg’s visit to Japan was his first visit to South Korea in almost 10 years, following his previous visit to Japan.
During his stay, Mr. Zuckerberg also met with: LG Electronics CEO William Cho and samsung electronics Executive Committee Chairman Lee Jae Young To explore potential partnerships in the AI and augmented reality (XR) space. The conversations in South Korea deepen Mehta’s global engagement as he prepares to depart for India, poised to shape the trajectory of AI and digital technologies.
