H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, met with several South Korean ministers, senior officials and leaders of major institutions and companies during her visit to Seoul, where she led a high-level delegation.
The meetings focused on opportunities to strengthen cooperation and exchange expertise in education, culture, creative industries, digital transformation and advanced technology.
Strengthening cooperation in education and culture
Sheikha Latifa met with Choi Kyo-jin, South Korea’s Minister of Education, and learned about the country’s experience in developing its education system and adapting to advances in knowledge and technology.
Their discussions covered ways to expand cooperation between educational institutions in both countries and share innovative practices and experiences that could help improve educational quality and outcomes.
She also held talks with Chae Hwi-young, South Korea’s Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, on strengthening bilateral relations in culture, tourism and creative industries.
The meeting explored opportunities to develop lasting partnerships that support the growth of these sectors and enrich cultural and creative activities in both countries.
Exploring Seoul’s digital transformation experience
As part of her visit, Sheikha Latifa met with Jung Young-jun, Director-General of the Digital City Bureau at the Seoul Metropolitan Government, to learn more about South Korea’s approach to digital transformation.
The meeting examined innovative technology solutions used to improve government services and make city management more efficient.
Discussing cooperation in creative industries and digital content
Sheikha Latifa also visited The Pinkfong Company, where she met with its CEO and co-founder, Kim Min-seok.
During the visit, she learned about the company’s experience in producing creative and entertainment content for children, including how it uses digital media and innovation to develop content that reaches audiences around the world.
The meeting also addressed opportunities for closer cooperation in creative industries and digital content.
Exploring innovation and advanced technology
Sheikha Latifa visited LG Sciencepark, where she met with Ko Yun-ju, Head of LG’s Global Strategy Center.
During the visit, she was briefed on the complex’s research and development activities and its efforts to apply advanced technologies and turn research findings into practical applications and solutions.
The meetings and field visits were attended by Mariam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary-General of the UAE Cabinet; Aisha Miran, Director-General of Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority; along with members of the accompanying delegation and senior South Korean government officials.
