Sheikha Latifa leads high-level UAE delegation to Seoul to boost business ties
Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), is heading a high-level delegation of government leaders and officials on an official visit to Seoul, South Korea, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and exploring partnership opportunities in future-shaping sectors.
Sheikh Mohammed’s praise
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, expressed pride in his daughter’s dedication and efforts to represent the UAE during the visit. In a post on X, Sheikh Mohammed said: ‘Latifa bint Mohammed is the face of Dubai and Dubai’s voice to the world.’ He added: ‘I am proud of my daughter Latifa, a daughter of the UAE. Proud of her work and dedication, her representation of her country and her efforts to convey our message to the world.’
Meetings with South Korean officials and companies
During the visit, Sheikha Latifa met Dr Jeong Eun-kyeong, South Korea’s Minister of Health and Welfare, to discuss the country’s experience in developing healthcare and social welfare services, particularly the use of innovation and advanced technologies to improve their quality and efficiency. She also held meetings with senior representatives of leading South Korean companies and institutions to explore cooperation opportunities in healthcare, investment, urban planning and cultural heritage preservation.
At Asan Medical Centre, Sheikha Latifa met the centre’s president, Park Seung-il, and was briefed on advances in healthcare, medical innovation and scientific research. She also met Shin Yoo-yeol, Executive Vice President and Head of the Future Strategy Office at LOTTE Group, to discuss opportunities for global companies to expand through Dubai and the UAE, taking advantage of their economic strengths and strategic location to reach regional and international markets.
Focus on urban planning and development
During a visit to HEERIM Architects and Planners, Sheikha Latifa met Jeong Young-kyoon, the firm’s Chairman and CEO, and attended a presentation on major projects in architectural design, urban planning and development.
Sheikha Latifa was accompanied by Maryam Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary-General of the UAE Cabinet; Aisha Miran, Director-General of Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority; and members of the delegation. Senior South Korean government officials were also present at the meetings.
