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Australia-Korea Business Council, Melbourne (2026)

09/04/2026

🇦🇺 Why Choose AKBC 🇰🇷

Many organisations are active across the Australia–Korea corridor. But only few have a clear line of sight on what matters, who to engage, and when to act. AKBC membership is designed for organisations with a defined or emerging Korea strategy who need:
💡 Executive‑level insights on policy, markets and investment
🤝 Trusted connections across government and industry
📣 Profile, positioning and advocacy on Australia–Korea business priorities

Swipe to see what AKBC provides our members and how we support organisations engaging with Korea. 👉

If your organisation is engaging with Korea this year, we welcome a conversation on how AKBC membership can support your objectives.
📅 Book a membership discussion with the AKBC team by clicking on the link below. f875b72cc2b5439fbe610f7d04ee2874@akbc.com.au/meetingtype/DPZG3IdjN0eOw_0v14BHAw2?bookingcode=5daa3dfc-04d8-4d32-8b45-309f1f33a9aa&anonymous&ep=mcard" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/f875b72cc2b5439fbe610f7d04ee2874@akbc.com.au/meetingtype/DPZG3IdjN0eOw_0v14BHAw2?bookingcode=5daa3dfc-04d8-4d32-8b45-309f1f33a9aa&anonymous&ep=mcard

07/04/2026

🌏 Congratulations to the 2026 New Colombo Plan Scholars

Late last month, the AKBC attended the New Colombo Plan Departure Networking Reception, followed by a coffee chat at our Melbourne office to meet with an outstanding cohort of scholars from Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory.

These scholars represent the next generation of Australia–Korea capability, bringing deep curiosity, cross-cultural understanding and a strong interest in building professional links with Korea.

AKBC is proud to play a role in supporting this pipeline by creating opportunities for connection between emerging talent, our members, and the broader Australia–Korea business community. We look forward to seeing these scholars build meaningful networks, pursue opportunities across Korea, and contribute to the future of the Australia–Korea corridor. 🇦🇺🇰🇷

Learn more about how AKBC supports Australia–Korea capability across industry, talent and partnerships. For organisations interested in engaging more deeply across the Australia–Korea corridor, book a conversation with our team. https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/2a757b732ba14935a1314d57bb435b50%40akbc.com.au/meetingtype/dSSmEIcQikKZTEYTtwblcA2?anonymous&ismsaljsauthenabled=true

31/03/2026

🎉 See You in Adelaide! 🎉

We are excited to announce that the 47th Australia-Korea Business Council (AKBC) – Korea-Australia Business Council (KABC) Joint Meeting will be held in Adelaide, South Australia in 2026 on Tuesday, 1 September 2026 - Wednesday, 2 September 2026! 🇦🇺🇰🇷

After another successful Joint Meeting in Seoul last year, we look forward to welcoming industry leaders to Adelaide for continued discussions on strengthening Australia-Korea business collaboration across key sectors. Watch highlights from last year’s Joint Meeting in Seoul above!

The program will also align with the Asia-Pacific Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition (3–4 September 2026, Adelaide), creating additional opportunities for strategic engagement and industry connection.

📅 Mark your calendar early and follow us on social media - more details landing soon.

🤝 Partnering with the Joint Meeting positions your organisation at the centre of this important dialogue. Download our Partnership Prospectus now by clicking on the link below or contact Belinda Altadonna at baltadonna@akbc.com.au for more information. 👇
https://akbc.com.au/node/859

30/03/2026

📣 𝗔𝗞𝗕𝗖 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 📣⁠

At the Australia-Korea Business Council (AKBC), we are proud to facilitate meaningful conversations that deepen connections between Australia and South Korea.⁠
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On Tuesday, 24 February 2026, we hosted the AKBC Seollal Celebration, with AKBC Member, Gilbert+Tobin at their Perth office for an engaging discussion on the evolving relationship between Australia and Korea. ⁠
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Here is what Hon. Tjorn Sibma MLC, Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council of the Parliament of Western Australia, shared about the event:

💬 "This was an excellent event, I strongly encourage all my political and corporate contacts - particularly those here in WA - to take a strong interest in Korea."

Thank you for attending our event and we will have more events in Perth in June.

📩 Want to learn more about the AKBC? Join our next AKBC Member Quarterly Briefing and find out how to get involved with the AKBC 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/event/akbc-member-quarterly-update-166827/

27/03/2026

📢 EVENT 📢

Registrations are now open for the second AKBC Member Quarterly Briefing of 2026!

Building on the momentum of more than 100 registrations for our first update, we’re excited to continue this series for both our members and the broader community.

This online, one-hour event is designed to keep members and the broader community informed of the latest developments across the Australia–Korea corridor. In a time of global uncertainty, with energy transition and security at the forefront, the briefing offers a critical update on how Australia and Korea have shaped outcomes in recent months and what to expect in the period ahead.

The session will provide high-level industry group and project updates, insights from government and policy specialists in Australia and Korea, and practical perspectives from AKBC members actively doing business with Korea.

We’ll conclude the session with a brief training on the hierarchy within Korean businesses, including essential tips to keep in mind when meeting your Korean business partner.

The session is open to both AKBC members and non-AKBC members. The meeting recording will only be made available exclusively to attendees for three days following the event.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026
⏱ Time: 1.00PM - 2.00PM AEST / 11.00AM - 12.00AM AWST
📍 Location: Online
👉 Register now to secure your place: https://akbc.glueup.com/event/akbc-member-quarterly-update-166827/

27/03/2026

🤝 Master your Korean Business Landscape – Easter in Korea and Australia

Easter in 2026 begins on Friday, 2 April, with celebrations taking place over the long weekend in Australia from Good Friday through to Easter Monday.

However in Korea, Easter is not a public holiday. But it remains an important occasion, particularly among Christian communities, which represent one of the largest religious groups in the country. Churches across Korea hold Easter services, and traditions such as egg decorating and egg hunts are common. In recent years, Easter parades and celebrations have also taken place in central Seoul over the weekend, reflecting the growing cultural presence of the holiday. Please be aware that you may get emails from your Korean counterparts during these periods.

To our Korean followers, in Australia, Easter holds strong cultural and religious significance, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ and symbolising hope, renewal, and new beginnings. It is also a family-focused holiday with Good Friday and Easter Monday recognised as public holidays in Australia. Please be aware that Australian companies during these periods may close.

Wishing you a joyful and reflective Easter season. 🥚

📩 Want to know more? Our next online Mastering the Korean Business Landscape training session is on 6 May. Register early 👇 https://akbc.glueup.com/event/things-you-need-to-know-before-you-take-or-receive-a-korean-delegation-170139/

26/03/2026

📣 𝗔𝗞𝗕𝗖 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 📣⁠
At the Australia–Korea Business Council (AKBC), we are proud to facilitate meaningful conversations that deepen connections between Australia and South Korea.⁠
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On 11 March 2026 - 12 March 2026, the AKBC hosted the 2026 Canberra Leadership Summit for an engaging discussion on the evolving trade relationship between Australia and Korea. ⁠
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Here is what Minjae Kim, Managing Director, POSCO International - Sydney, shared about the event:

💬 It was great honour to join the Canberra Leadership Summit 2026 in Canberra. The strong ties AKBC has cultivated with the Australian Parliament and key administrative leaders, including Ministers, will serve as an unwavering foundation for businesses from both nations to expand their operations.

I hope to see more companies join this network, finding reliable partners to navigate and thrive within today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

📩 Follow us or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the Australia–Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

26/03/2026

📢 UPCOMING EVENTS 📢⁠
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Our 2026 events calendar is shaping up - here’s a list of what’s coming up this quarter and beyond:⁠
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📅 AKBC Member Quarterly Update, Tuesday, 14 April - Virtual⁠
✨ Registration is now open - https://akbc.glueup.com/event/akbc-member-quarterly-update-2-171389/
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📅 Things you need to know before you take or receive a delegation, Wednesday, 6 May - Virtual⁠
✨ Registration is now open - https://akbc.glueup.com/event/things-you-need-to-know-before-you-take-or-receive-a-korean-delegation-170139/
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📅 AKBC Energy and Decarbonisation Industry Group Roundtable, Monday, 15 June - Perth
✨ Registrations opening soon! - Only for AKBC Advance level members and above

📅 7th Australia-Korea New Energy Forum, Monday, 15 June - Perth
⁠⁠✨ Registrations opening soon!

📅 AKBC Critical Minerals and Rare Earths Industry Group Roundtable, Tuesday, 16 June - Perth
✨ Registrations opening soon! - Only for AKBC Advance level members and above

📅 AKBC CCUS Industry Group Roundtable, Tuesday, 7 July - Melbourne
✨ Registrations opening soon! - Only for AKBC Advance level members and above

📅 47th AKBC–KABC Joint Meeting, Tuesday, 1 September - Wednesday, 2 September - Adelaide⁠
✨ Partnership opportunities now open - download our partnership prospectus now! https://www.akbc.com.au/node/859

💡 Interested in partnership opportunities? Let’s chat! Reach out to Belinda Altadonna, Head of Strategic Partnerships and Events 📩 baltadonna@akbc.com.au⁠
💡If you have any questions about Industry Groups, reach out to Jenny Kang, Head of Industry Groups 📩 jkang@akbc.com.au
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20/03/2026

📣 𝗔𝗞𝗕𝗖 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 📣⁠
At the Australia–Korea Business Council (AKBC), we are proud to facilitate meaningful conversations that deepen connections between Australia and South Korea.⁠
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On Monday, 15 September 2026, the AKBC hosted the Australia–Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship event, in Seoul for an engaging discussion on the evolving trade relationship between Australia and Korea. ⁠The guests were inspired through storytelling, panel discussions, and insights from the Empower Women Australia Korea (EWAK) delegates.
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Here is what Narai Kim, Managing Director, Intralink Korea, shared about the event:

💬 The Australia-Korea Women in ‘Lead-Her-Ship’ event in Seoul left me feeling deeply hopeful about the future of leadership.

Listening to women share their honest experiences, challenges, and triumphs reminded me of the courage and vision that we collectively hold.

It was inspiring to see how cross-cultural dialogue and support can create new possibilities, and I walked away with a renewed belief that when women come together, we can shape a more inclusive and impactful future.

🤝 Looking ahead, AKBC is exploring opportunities to take the Australia–Korea Women in Lead-Her-Ship series to new levels in 2027 through an Australia–Korea Foundation (AKF) grant application. If you or your organisation is interested in being involved or partnering in the next phase of this series, please contact Belinda Altadonna, Head of Strategic Partnerships at baltadonna@akbc.com.au.

📩 Follow us or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the Australia–Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

20/03/2026

🤝 Master your Korean Business Landscape - Significance of Family Names in Korea

In many Western cultures, it is common for a woman to adopt her husband’s surname after marriage. In Korea, however, married women traditionally retain their family name, reflecting the strong cultural importance placed on lineage and ancestry.

Korean Naming Traditions 🇰🇷
Korean surnames are deeply tied to family heritage and clan origin (bon-gwan), which identifies a family’s ancestral hometown. Even people who share the same surname may belong to completely different clans.

Some of the most common Korean surnames include Kim, Lee, Park, Choi, and Jung. ⁠
✅ Kim (김, pronounced as Gim) is the most common surname, held by around 20% of the population;
✅ Lee (이, pronounced as Ee) and Park (박, pronounced as Bak) together account for another large portion of Koreans; and
✅ Despite their prevalence, each surname contains numerous distinct family lines.

Because surnames are seen as carriers of ancestral identity rather than marital status, women do not change their names after marriage. Children traditionally take their father’s surname, maintaining patrilineal continuity.

Australian Surname Practices 🇦🇺
In Australia, the practice of women adopting their husband’s surname after marriage remains common. More than 80% of Australian women choose to do so, reflecting cultural norms that emphasise family unity through a shared name.

These contrasting traditions highlight how different societies understand identity, heritage, and family. Names are not just labels — they are cultural markers shaped by history and values.

🗨️ Tag a Korean friend or colleague explore the diversity behind it's heritage together! https://www.familyeducation.com/baby-names/surname/origin/south-korean

📩 Want to know more? Join our next Mastering the Korean Business Landscape training session below. The topic for this session is Things you need to know before you take or receive a Korean delegation! 👇
https://akbc.glueup.com/event/things-you-need-to-know-before-you-take-or-receive-a-korean-delegation-170139/

18/03/2026

🌏 K-Pop Demon Hunters wins two Oscars 🎬

Congratulations to the K-Pop Demon Hunters team on winning two Oscars - Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. This is an extraordinary milestone, coming after the title track Golden received the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song earlier this year. Beyond its creative excellence, this achievement has deeply resonated with the Korean community around the world and in Australia, who continue to play an important role in strengthening cultural, social and economic ties between our two countries.

Maggie Kang, the director, writer and creator of the K-Pop Demon Hunters, in her acceptance remarks says "For those who look like me, I'm so sorry it took so long for us to see us in a movie like this.... This is for Korea and Koreans everywhere". Her words reflect why this moment goes far beyond film - it celebrates connection, identity and community.

The global momentum of K‑culture, including K‑pop and now K-Pop Demon Hunters, has become a meaningful driver of Australia–Korea engagement. These cultural touchpoints are not just entertainment; they are enhancing Australia’s understanding of Korea, boosting tourism flows, creating new people‑to‑people links and supporting broader economic cooperation. Cultural industries continue to open doors for dialogue, partnership and shared opportunity across the two nations.

A proud moment for the filmmakers and a sign of the powerful soft‑power bridge that continues to grow between Australia and Korea. 👏 🇦🇺🇰🇷

Read more below 👇
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg823zkx0go

📩 Follow us, or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on news in the Australia-Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

17/03/2026

🤝 AKBC in Action 🤝

On Thursday 12 March, Heejung Cecilia Lim and Charles Moon, two members of the AKBC Industry Experts Panel attended the NSW Premier's Reception to Strengthen International Relations at Taronga on behalf of the AKBC.

Hosted by the Hon. Chris Minns MP, Premier of New South Wales, the reception brought together members of the diplomatic corps, government representatives and business leaders to recognise the important role of international partnerships in supporting economic cooperation and global engagement.

This event provided an opportunity to connect with representatives from across the diplomatic community, and the ability to reaffirm the value of international relationships in advancing trade, investment and collaboration.

📩 Follow us or sign up for our monthly eNewsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the Australia–Korea corridor 👉 https://akbc.glueup.com/org/akbc/subscriptions/

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