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Lee likely to meet Samsung chief for possible discussion on chip projects: sources

President Lee Jae Myung is likely to meet with Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong this week to possibly discuss the country's three mega projects centered on semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI), sources said Monday. The meeting came days after President Lee met with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won. Lee is also likely to have a meeting with Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair…

Lee likely to meet Samsung chief for possible discussion on chip projects: sources

President Lee Jae Myung is expected to meet with Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong this week, according to sources. The potential discussion may revolve around South Korea's three megaprojects focused on semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI), sources reported. This meeting follows the President's recent encounter with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won.

Moreover, Lee is anticipated to engage in talks with Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung, sources revealed. The meetings are unfolding as there are rumors that the United States is seeking South Korean investment in its semiconductor industry as part of Seoul's investment pledge to the nation, although Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan earlier clarified that no related conversations have taken place with Washington.

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