Korea-Iraq Business Forum (KIBF) is a unique international trader based in the U.K., Iraq and South Korea serving business mainly between Iraq and South Korea. Through its experience, knowledge and network over the last 10 years in the Iraq region, KIBF aims to help entrepreneurs trade and invest between the two countries.
Services
PRO Services related to IRAQ
PRO services relate to the administration required with government departments.
The organisation of trade licenses, visas, permits etc. Understanding document requirements...
Making an investment into an Iraq may not be as outlandish as you think. In fact, it could actually be a seriously good opportunity. The fact of the matter is that Iraq not only offers good...
Iraq is the fifth largest economy in the Middle East and 51st largest in the world and its economy is growing. Korean goods and services are considered iconic by the Iraqis....
With the cost of oil and gas production in Iraq being among the lowest in the world, and having one of the largest oil reserves in the world, the opportunity in this sector is huge....
Whether or not you have an amazing product, tons of fund and willingness to do business in Iraq , it is no use if you do not know the business environment of the land in detail. By simply contacting us, this can all be avoided. Local knowledge means savings on your part. Not only do you save money in many business areas, but also a lot of time and legwork.
Strong Business Network
Networking is a great way to acquire new business leads. Using the contacts we maintain, we could help you open doors for business opportunities.
We communicate professionally when we follow up on leads. The country is characterized to prefer ‘face to face meetings’ rather than emails or calls which may require you enormous time and effort to build up relationship if you start to make your own contacts. Do not worry. We already have it ready for you.
High Quality of Service
Iraq is a challenging market. It’s ranked poorly in the World Bank’s ‘Ease of Doing Business’ listing. The main issues are lack of transparency, stifling bureaucracy, poor infrastructure, arbitration taken months if not years. Having said that, through local knowledge, excellent network and rich experience, we are proud that we deliver you the best out of it.
Members of KIBF has been pivotal in helping me understand the situation in Iraq better. I have been able to fill the gaps between reality and assumption. They understand the importance of communication and know the way how to approach to get things done right.
Prof. Goodman M. KANG Ph.D / Certified Management Consultant by Korea Ministry of SMEs and Startups
Members of KIBF has been pivotal in helping me understand the situation in Iraq better. I have been able to fill the gaps between reality and assumption. They understand the importance of communication and know the way how to approach to get things done right.
Prof. Goodman M. KANG Ph.D / Certified Management Consultant by Korea Ministry of SMEs and Startups
I have met Mr. Hugh, a member of KIBF back in 2012 and joined him in several business trips to Iraq and other countries. I have found the man helpful, decent and honourable in his dealing with colleagues, friends, customers and international business organisations. I can trust Mr. Hugh with my life and my money. We meet almost every week and I regard him as decent business man and a good friend of mine.
Dr. Murtadha Nasrullah, BSc, MSc, PhD, CEng
I have met Mr. Hugh, a member of KIBF back in 2012 and joined him in several business trips to Iraq and other countries. I have found the man helpful, decent and honourable in his dealing with colleagues, friends, customers and international business organisations. I can trust Mr. Hugh with my life and my money. We meet almost every week and I regard him as decent business man and a good friend of mine.
Dr. Murtadha Nasrullah, BSc, MSc, PhD, CEng
To be honest, I was tired of getting the information about Iraq and Korea. So much lack of the information available in one country whereas other bombarded me with flood of information. Thanks to KIBF, I was able to save effort and time to get to know these countries and obviously which made me generate many tangible ideas. Thanks KIBF !
Mr. Ali Khan, Chairman of Skycity Hotel
To be honest, I was tired of getting the information about Iraq and Korea. So much lack of the information available in one country whereas other bombarded me with flood of information. Thanks to KIBF, I was able to save effort and time to get to know these countries and obviously which made me generate many tangible ideas. Thanks KIBF !
Mr. Ali Khan, Chairman of Skycity Hotel
I know Hugh for nearly 25 years. He is one of the most excellent communicators. His strength is building strong relationships across all relevant parties engaging support for the delivery of his vision. A huge commercial tenacity and strong belief in win win partnerships is tempered with an equal sense of fun. Sincerely hope we cross paths again.
Mr. Steve SHIN, Senior Vice president of LG Electronics
I know Hugh for nearly 25 years. He is one of the most excellent communicators. His strength is building strong relationships across all relevant parties engaging support for the delivery of his vision. A huge commercial tenacity and strong belief in win win partnerships is tempered with an equal sense of fun. Sincerely hope we cross paths again.
Mr. Steve SHIN, Senior Vice president of LG Electronics
KIBF is always responsive to any question I have when it comes Iraq. They keep me informed and they understand what I am trying to achieve. I firmly believe that any time that I make contact with them, they help me out without hesitation throughout their utmost knowledge and experience.
Mr. Yan LI
KIBF is always responsive to any question I have when it comes Iraq. They keep me informed and they understand what I am trying to achieve. I firmly believe that any time that I make contact with them, they help me out without hesitation throughout their utmost knowledge and experience.
Mr. Yan LI
I know some of the members in KIBF. I’ve absolutely loved working with them. They helped me learn comprehensive history, culture, business practices of Iraq which is never acquired lively without them. Pretty much sure that others can get their support as well.
Mr. Mirco Biserna , CEO of GECKO Trading SRL
I know some of the members in KIBF. I’ve absolutely loved working with them. They helped me learn comprehensive history, culture, business practices of Iraq which is never acquired lively without them. Pretty much sure that others can get their support as well.
Mr. Mirco Biserna , CEO of GECKO Trading SRL
Team
Mr. BK Yoon
Mr. BK Yoon is running his own energy trading company in Korea, mainly exporting bitumen, oil products of Korean refineries to overseas market. Previously, he traded crude, diesel, petrol, fuel oil, etc. in Singapore for 5 years since 2011. He gained significant experience in oil trade business whilst he worked for SK Innovation Co., Ltd, one of the biggest oil companies in Korea. He managed to import crude oil from mainly Saudi Arabia. Mr. Yoon received BSc in Biology in Seoul National University.
Mr. BK YoonMr. BK Yoon is running his own energy trading company in Korea, mainly exporting bitumen, oil products of Korean refineries to overseas market. Previously, he traded crude, diesel, petrol, fuel oil, etc. in Singapore for 5 years since 2011. He gained significant experience in oil trade business whilst he worked for SK Innovation Co., Ltd, one of the biggest oil companies in Korea. He managed to import crude oil from mainly Saudi Arabia. Mr. Yoon received BSc in Biology in Seoul National University.
Mr. Woohee LEE
LEE is a specialist of the engineering of the Aircraft Engine, Avionic, and Airframe. He has 35 Years of experienced Aviation Engineering industry for Boeing and Airbus Aircraft. He worked Delta Airlnes, Rockwell Colins and Asiana airlines in Aviation sector. He also had been an instructor of Asea Aviation College, tutoring avionic system and aerodynamic subject.
Mr. Woohee LEELEE is a specialist of the engineering of the Aircraft Engine, Avionic, and Airframe. He has 35 Years of experienced Aviation Engineering industry for Boeing and Airbus Aircraft. He worked Delta Airlnes, Rockwell Colins and Asiana airlines in Aviation sector. He also had been an instructor of Asea Aviation College, tutoring avionic system and aerodynamic subject.
Mr. Hyunwoo DO
He is specialized in Structured Financing in commodity trade, Coordinating Project Financing as well as BI(Bank Instrument) in Hongkong , Singapore, Mainland China, Thailand, Qatar, Dubai in UAE and Korea. Since graduating from Hanyang University, he worked in several banks such as Hana bank, CITI bank Korea for 12 years. He also lectured in KOREA BANKING INSTITUTE for 10 years with the subject of corporate banking from 2001. He worked as an agency of some reputable America Hedge Fund and a representative of Curatio Capital in Swiss.
Mr. Hyunwoo DOHe is specialized in Structured Financing in commodity trade, Coordinating Project Financing as well as BI(Bank Instrument) in Hongkong , Singapore, Mainland China, Thailand, Qatar, Dubai in UAE and Korea. Since graduating from Hanyang University, he worked in several banks such as Hana bank, CITI bank Korea for 12 years. He also lectured in KOREA BANKING INSTITUTE for 10 years with the subject of corporate banking from 2001. He worked as an agency of some reputable America Hedge Fund and a representative of Curatio Capital in Swiss.
Mr. Hugh JUNG
Originally from South Korea, he has spent most of his career in international business for over 25 years and have been engaged in Iraq since 2010. Through his rich experience, he is able to reach many business entrepreneurs in South Korea. He addresses that it is time for him to become a corridor between the two countries.
Mr. Hugh JUNGOriginally from South Korea, he has spent most of his career in international business for over 25 years and have been engaged in Iraq since 2010. Through his rich experience, he is able to reach many business entrepreneurs in South Korea. He addresses that it is time for him to become a corridor between the two countries.