Kim Tae-nyeon "Lee Kun-hee's Passing... Deep Condolences on the Death of an Innovative Entrepreneur"

[Asia Economy Reporter Jeon Jinyoung] Kim Tae-nyeon, the floor leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, expressed deep condolences on the passing of Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee on the 26th, calling him an innovative entrepreneur who created a semiconductor success story recorded in world history.

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At the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly that morning, Floor Leader Kim stated, "The deceased grew Samsung into a top-tier global company through challenge, innovation, and talent management."

He added, "He instilled national pride that a domestic number one company can become a world number one, as well as a global DNA. The entrepreneurial spirit of innovation has become a model for future business leaders and a foundation for our economic growth and development."

He also said, "We honor his achievements and extend our condolences to the bereaved family and Samsung Group executives and employees."