Date: October 12, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Asiana Grand Hotel Ballroom
The Korea–Mongolia & Arab Cultural Friendship Business Day, organized by Gulf Korean Times,
took place on October 12, 2025, at the Asiana Grand Hotel Ballroom in Dubai, bringing together
leaders from government, business, and culture to strengthen ties among Korea, Arab countries, and
Mongolia.
The event successfully fostered meaningful exchange and cooperation under the vision of “Building
Bridges through Culture, Business, and Friendship.” It served as a platform for promoting cultural
understanding, expanding trade and investment opportunities, and supporting small and medium-sized
enterprises seeking to enter new international markets.
The day began with an Opening Ceremony featuring traditional Korean, Mongolian, and Arab music
and dance, symbolizing harmony and shared heritage. A Business Forum followed, with keynote
speeches delivered by government officials and industry experts. B2B networking sessions provided
companies and entrepreneurs with opportunities to explore new partnerships.
An exhibition area showcased innovative products, services, and cultural artifacts from the
participating regions, offering attendees an immersive experience of diverse traditions and modern
creativity.
Congratulatory remarks were delivered by H.E. Laila, Cultural Envoy Gantogoo, Ministry of Foreign
Affairs and Chairman Jung-Mi Chang of Global Management Support Association. Cultural
performances included a Gayageum performance from Korea, a traditional and an Arab music
performance, followed by a networking luncheon and B2B meetings.
The Korea–Mongolia & Arab Cultural Friendship Business Day successfully strengthened cultural and
economic cooperation, highlighting the shared values of respect, creativity, and collaboration among
the three regions.
