The global economy stands at a major turning point. Changes in the global economy and political landscape have made the values of growth and innovation more important than ever. Furthermore, rapidly advancing digital technologies are fundamentally reshaping industrial structures and market competition. For instance, data has emerged as a new source of market power. With the explosive growth of digital platforms—including e-commerce and OTT services—new challenges have arisen that traditional competition laws and policies struggle to address.

Now, we need to examine the impact of socioeconomic and technological changes on market competition and to consider and share the appropriate responses of competition authorities. At this critical juncture, it is truly meaningful to bring together key figures in the field of competition policy—including senior officials from competition authorities and international organizations, as well as renowned scholars from leading universities around the world—to discuss the future direction that competition authorities should take.

At the 13th Seoul International Competition Forum, we will examine the broad changes facing competition authorities and engage in deeper discussions on competition and consumer issues related to digital technologies and data. This year’s event will serve not only as platforms for sharing the knowledge and experience of competition experts, but also as an opportunity for fostering cooperation and identifying collective solutions in response to a rapidly changing era.

We sincerely invite your keen interest and active participation.