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    Chey Tae-won

    Chey Tae-won

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

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    Rankings

    1

    Records

    Chey Tae-won's leadership has transformed SK Group into a global powerhouse. His recognition as a Global Leaders for Tomorrow by the World Economic Forum in 1999 highlighted his early promise. He has been consistently listed among South Korea's wealthiest individuals by Forbes, reflecting his business acumen. His honorary residency from Jiangsu Province in 2020 acknowledges his contributions to international economic cooperation.

    Chey Tae-won receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Global Leaders for Tomorrow

    World Economic Forum·1999

    Recognized as a promising young leader.

    Honorary Resident of Jiangsu Province

    Government of Jiangsu Province·2020

    Awarded for contributions to economic ties with China.

    Co-Chair, World Expo 2030 Busan Bid Committee

    Busan Expo Bid Committee·2022

    Appointed to lead South Korea's bid for the 2030 World Expo.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1 in South Korea (various years)

    Forbes Billionaires List

    Forbes·2026
    #Listed

    Hurun China Rich List

    Hurun Report·2021

    Records & Feats

    First leader of a top South Korean conglomerate to chair the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry

    Career Milestone·2021

    Chey Tae-won became the first chairman of a major business group to head the KCCI in 2021.