NGLN November Meeting Connects Next-Generation Korean Leaders and Introduces Practical AI Technology

Discussions focus on expanding Korean talent networks in Cambodia, alongside a hands-on demonstration of an AI-powered Khmer translation tool

The Next-Gen Leaders Network (NGLN) held its November monthly meeting on November 10 at Seoul Hall, Chokchey Finance headquarters in Phnom Penh, bringing together members to explore new opportunities for networking and practical applications of artificial intelligence.

The meeting was attended by Moon Dong-jin, Lee Jae-ho, Yoo Soo-jin, Ham Sung-beom, Kim Kyung-wan, Jung Insol, Yeo Se-hwan, and Kang Min-gu. Guest participant Yeonjin, a Hanbok model affiliated with KAVE Entertainment and a manager at Apgujeong Hair & Beauty, also joined the gathering.

The program featured two presentations: Moon Dong-jin’s proposal to establish an FLC Cambodia Office and a demonstration of an AI-powered Khmer voice message translation bot developed by Karona Soft.

Moon, who represented Cambodia at the 2026 Future Leaders’ Conference (FLC) in Korea last September, shared his experience and outlined plans to create a local platform connecting next-generation Korean professionals in Cambodia.

He explained that the proposed FLC Cambodia Office would work with existing Korean community organizations to connect young professionals across different industries while serving as a bridge between the Overseas Koreans Agency and the Korean community in Cambodia.

One of the key goals is to host the first FLC regional conference in Southeast Asia in 2027, bringing together emerging Korean leaders from across the region.

The meeting also featured a live demonstration of a Telegram-based Khmer voice message translation bot developed by Jung In-hyoo(Karona), director of KLC Academy and CEO of Karona Soft.

The service translates incoming Khmer voice messages into Korean and allows users to convert Korean replies into Khmer text or voice messages. It operates directly through Telegram without requiring users to install a separate application.

Participants tested the translation features and expressed strong interest in their practical benefits. The ability to understand Khmer voice messages without relying on assistance from local staff was particularly well received as a useful solution for Koreans living and working in Cambodia.

The November meeting highlighted NGLN’s efforts to move beyond conventional networking by creating opportunities for professional collaboration, connecting emerging Korean talent, and introducing innovative technologies that address everyday challenges.

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