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Han Jong-Hee, Former CEO of Samsung Electronics. (Photography: Samsung Electronics)
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Leading the Path to Global Sustainability — Han Jong-Hee, Former CEO of Samsung Electronics, Champions a Lasting Vision of Corporate Responsibility

by Connor Lo 羅珩曆
March 27, 2025

On 25 March 2025, Han Jong-Hee, Co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, passed away suddenly due to cardiac arrest at the age of 63. His unexpected departure sent shockwaves through the global technology and industrial sectors, marking the loss of a visionary and pragmatic leader in the field of corporate sustainability. As the head of Samsung Electronics' Device eXperience (DX) division, Han oversaw...

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On 25 March 2025, Han Jong-Hee, Co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, passed away suddenly due to cardiac arrest at the age of 63. His unexpected departure sent shockwaves through the global technology and industrial sectors, marking the loss of a visionary and pragmatic leader in the field of corporate sustainability. As the head of Samsung Electronics’ Device eXperience (DX) division, Han oversaw far more than just product lines — he led a deep transformation encompassing corporate culture, technological innovation, and social responsibility. He was not only a pioneer in revolutionising global television and consumer electronics but also a driving force in repositioning sustainability from a peripheral concern to a central strategic priority.

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