Asian Square
Operating under the slogan "Empowering Asia's Future through Havruta," Asian Square serves as an on-location think tank.
We are at the forefront of numerous initiatives, utilizing relevant dialogues and networks to address the complex issues pervading Asia.
Our Vision
We aspire to evolve into a platform that addresses the challenges foreseen in future Asian societies through a blend of diverse education, discussions, and campaigns. We seek to be a conduit for individuals who have the ambition to broaden their horizons within Asia.
Our Mission
We address the forthcoming diverse challenges of the 21st-century Asian era with creative and innovative solutions.
By emulating the esteemed methodologies of Havruta, we are at the forefront of fostering essential discussions and dialogues pivotal for this era and Asia. Our endeavors are aimed at cultivating a community that espouses peace, economic cooperation, and creative innovation within the Asian landscape.
Minho Kim (U.S. Attorney)
Representative Kim Minho, a U.S. attorney from Canada, has played a pivotal role in forging international partnerships between North America and Asia. He has rendered advisory services on intergovernmental trade and negotiation to government bodies and international corporations. Collaborating with Handong University since 2012, he has directed several transformative campaigns, such as Unification Sketch, targeting advancements in Asia.
Career of CEO & Founder
- Representative of Asian Square
- Sogang University, GSIS, Adjunct Professor
- Law Firm Jeongyul, American Lawyer
- Shinwoo Law office, American Lawyer
- Advanced Trade Forum, Forum Member
- Amnesty Korean, Advisor
- American Bar Association, Member
- US International Mission Board, Advising Attorney
- Green Tree Intl. Church, Cooperative Pastor
ASIAN SQUARE HISTORY
2025
- Establishment of Dubai Cluster Office
- Asian Square registered as a lobbyist in the U.S. Congress (Senate and House of Representatives)
- Planning for an economic gathering to celebrate the inauguration of the Indonesian President
- Launch of the Indonesia-Korea Business Initiative
- Hosting of the ASNC Negotiation Conference
- Joint Planning of the Youth Peace Ambassadors (Japan, Taiwan)
- Planning of the Jeju Youth Global Summit
2024
- Collaborative MOU signed with the Smart Industry Promotion Association
- Collaborative MOU signed with TS Law Office in Indonesia
2022
- Collaborative MOU signed with Law Firm Jasan, Hong Kong Kim&Company
- Support for the International Business Program by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power
- Hosting the International Negotiation Program by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
- Organizing Unification Sketch (Hosted by Handong University)
- Co-hosting the Northeast Asia Peace and Korean Peninsula Unification Youth Conference (Hosted by Unification and Sharing)
- Co-hosting DMZ FILM FESTA (Hosted by Seoul Metropolitan Government)
- Co-hosting Global Unification Sketchbook (Hosted by Unification and Sharing)
2021
- Collaborative agreement related to ISO 18436 with the Korean Society of Noise and Vibration Engineering
- Organizing Unification Sketch (Hosted by Handong University)
- Hosting the Civil-Military Joint International Negotiation Competition (Hosted by the National Institute of Public Administration, sponsored by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power)
- Co-hosting Global Unification Sketchbook (Hosted by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety)
- Co-hosting Seoul U Music Concert (Hosted by Seoul Metropolitan Government)
2020
- Opening of Asian Square Songdo Office
- Opening of Asian Square Pohang Office
- Invited lectures at the National Institute of Foreign Affairs, Presidential Security Service, and Defense Acquisition Program Administration
- Visit of the UN DGC-OPPFI Vietnam Director
- Invitation of Ambassador Ju Hyun to the United Nations and visit to the UN Headquarters office
2017-2019
- Co-founding Asian Square with Unification Sketch and Handong International Regional Research Institute
- Participation in the Vladivostok Forum for Eurasian Initiatives Discussions (invited by the Society for Economic, Humanitarian, and Social Studies)
- Participation as a panelist in the Shanghai and Tianjin Forum for the Korea-China FTA (invited by the Society for Economic, Humanitarian, and Social Studies)
- Participation as a panelist in the Advanced Trade Forum (organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy)
- Development of international negotiation case studies in 16 fields (nuclear disarmament negotiation, FTA negotiation, international environmental issues, blockchain, etc.) and distribution to the National Institute of Public Administration for government officials' development
- Provision of international negotiation programs to organizations such as Presidential Security Service, Samsung Electronics, Defense Acquisition Program Administration, POSCO, and the National Institute of Foreign Affairs
2007-2016 (Before Founding)
- Co-founding Asian Square with Unification Sketch and Handong International Regional Research Institute
- Activities for the establishment of Asian Square: Collaboration with various organizations such as the U.S. Federal USCIRF (U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom), BAMI (Building and Architecture Mission International), Amnesty Korea, Global Care, and Handong University for the establishment of Asian Square, engaging in diverse projects
Core member
Square Lab
Yoosun Hwang
GlamIt Co., Ltd., CEO / Communication Consultant; Expert in Communication and Interpersonal Relations
GlamIt Co., Ltd., CEO /
Communication Consultant;
Expert in Communication and Interpersonal Relations;
Yonsei University, Ph.D. in Mass Communication;
Author of Books on Communication;
Chungbuk National University, Professor, Department of Journalism and Broadcasting;
Korea Press Foundation, Senior Research Fellow;
KBS, Announcer; Sports Chosun, Sports Reporter
1 Seoul Office
10th Floor, Dongin Building, 144 Seogang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul City
02-702-3335
2 Virginia Office
3863 Plaza Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
+1 703 246 9100
3 Jakarta Office
The Manhattan Square, Mid tower 12 Fl. JL TB Simatupang, East Cilandak, Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta, 12560, Indonesia
+62 21 8064 1022
4 Dubai Cluster Office
Meydan Grandstand, 6th floor, Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, U.A.E.
+971-4-267-4116
Asian Square
Operating under the slogan
"Empowering Asia's Future through Havruta,"
Asian Square serves as an on-location think tank.
We are at the forefront of numerous initiatives, utilizing relevant dialogues and networks to address the complex issues pervading Asia
Our Vision
We aspire to evolve into a platform that addresses the challenges foreseen in future Asian societies through a blend of diverse education, discussions, and campaigns. We seek to be a conduit for individuals who have the ambition to broaden their horizons within Asia.
Our Mission
We address the forthcoming diverse challenges of the 21st-century Asian era with creative and innovative solutions.
By emulating the esteemed methodologies of Havruta, we are at the forefront of fostering essential discussions and dialogues pivotal for this era and Asia. Our endeavors are aimed at cultivating a community that espouses peace, economic cooperation, and creative innovation within the Asian landscape.
Minho Kim (U.S. Attorney)
Representative Kim Minho, a U.S. attorney from Canada, has played a pivotal role in forging international partnerships between North America and Asia. He has rendered advisory services on intergovernmental trade and negotiation to government bodies and international corporations. Collaborating with Handong University since 2012, he has directed several transformative campaigns, such as Unification Sketch, targeting advancements in Asia.
Career of CEO & Founder
- Representative of Asian Square
- Sogang University, GSIS, Adjunct Professor
- Law Firm Jeongyul, American Lawyer
- Shinwoo Law office, American Lawyer
- Advanced Trade Forum, Forum Member
- Amnesty Korean, Advisor
- American Bar Association, Member
- US International Mission Board, Advising Attorney
- Green Tree Intl. Church, Cooperative Pastor
Asian Square history
2024
- Launch of the Indonesia-Korea Business Initiative
- - Hosting of the ASNC Negotiation Conference
- - Joint Planning of the Youth Peace Ambassadors (Japan, Taiwan)
- - Planning of the Jeju Youth Global Summit
2023
- - Collaborative MOU signed with the Smart Industry Promotion Association
- - Collaborative MOU signed with TS Law Office in Indonesia
2022
- - Collaborative MOU signed with Law Firm Jasan, Hong Kong Kim&Company
- - Support for the International Business Program by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power
- - Hosting the International Negotiation Program by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
- - Organizing Unification Sketch (Hosted by Handong University)
- - Co-hosting the Northeast Asia Peace and Korean Peninsula Unification Youth Conference (Hosted by Unification and Sharing)
- - Co-hosting DMZ FILM FESTA (Hosted by Seoul Metropolitan Government)
- - Co-hosting Global Unification Sketchbook (Hosted by Unification and Sharing)
2021
- - Collaborative agreement related to ISO 18436 with the Korean Society of Noise and Vibration Engineering
- - Organizing Unification Sketch (Hosted by Handong University)
- - Hosting the Civil-Military Joint International Negotiation Competition (Hosted by the National Institute of Public Administration, sponsored by Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power)
- - Co-hosting Global Unification Sketchbook (Hosted by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety)
- - Co-hosting Seoul U Music Concert (Hosted by Seoul Metropolitan Government)
2020
- - Opening of Asian Square Songdo Office
- - Opening of Asian Square Pohang Office
- - Invited lectures at the National Institute of Foreign Affairs, Presidential Security Service, and Defense Acquisition Program Administration
- - Visit of the UN DGC-OPPFI Vietnam Director
- - Invitation of Ambassador Ju Hyun to the United Nations and visit to the UN Headquarters office
2017-2019
- - Co-founding Asian Square with Unification Sketch and Handong International Regional Research Institute
- - Participation in the Vladivostok Forum for Eurasian Initiatives Discussions (invited by the Society for Economic, Humanitarian, and Social Studies)
- - Participation as a panelist in the Shanghai and Tianjin Forum for the Korea-China FTA (invited by the Society for Economic, Humanitarian, and Social Studies)
- - Participation as a panelist in the Advanced Trade Forum (organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy)
- - Development of international negotiation case studies in 16 fields (nuclear disarmament negotiation, FTA negotiation, international environmental issues, blockchain, etc.) and distribution to the National Institute of Public Administration for government officials' development
- - Provision of international negotiation programs to organizations such as Presidential Security Service, Samsung Electronics, Defense Acquisition Program Administration, POSCO, and the National Institute of Foreign Affairs
2007-2016 (Before Founding)
- - Co-founding Asian Square with Unification Sketch and Handong International Regional Research Institute
- - Activities for the establishment of Asian Square: Collaboration with various organizations such as the U.S. Federal USCIRF (U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom), BAMI (Building and Architecture Mission International), Amnesty Korea, Global Care, and Handong University for the establishment of Asian Square, engaging in diverse projects
Core member
Minho Kim, J.D.Equiv.
PRESIDENT
Asian Square, CEO
Indonesia-Korea Business Initiative (IKOBI), Co-Founder
Sogang University Graduate School of International Studies,
Adjunct Professor US
IMB, Counsel Attorney
Jungnyul Law Firm, US Attorney
Unification Sketch, Co-Founder
Hyun Woong Shin
Cheif Partner
National Advisory Council of Korea, Member
National Committee of Asian American Republicans, Korean Chair
The League of Korean Americans-USA, National Chairman
US-Korea Alliance Association, Chair
Purba Parlindungan, Ph.D.
IKOBI Partner
Indonesia-Korea Business Initiative (IKOBI), Partner
Indonesian National Assembly, Senator (3 terms)
Sari Mutiara University, Chairman
Sari Mutiara Lubuk Pakam Hospital, Chairman
Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ASEAN BC, Chairman
Minho Kim, J.D.Equiv.
Senior Fellow
Handong Global Mission Institute (GMI), Director
Korea Crisis Management Service, Board Member
Handong University, Professor & Director,
International and Area Studies
National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, Legislative Aide
Saudaranta
IKOBI Partner
Indonesia-Korea Business Initiative (IKOBI), Partner;
Geumseong Law LLC, Indonesia Lawyer;
Budidjaja & Associates Lawyers, Senior Associate;
Daewoo Logistics, Legal Counsel;
PT DSME ENR CEPU, Legal Counsel;
Madagascar Future Enterprise Sarl, Legal Counsel
Ungyong Kim, J.D.
Partner US Headquarter
Joy Law Group PLLC, Managing Attorney;
Kyung Hee University, Lecturer;
RootsAlae Law Firm, U.S. Attorney;
Korean Association of Prince George’s County, Maryland, Senior Vice President;
Korea New Media Distribution Industry Association, Director
Daniel Kim
Partner
Genexis, Partner Dot Inc., Board Member
Bluewave Investment, Deputy CEO
ActnerLab, Co-Founder
Junho Jin
Partner
B&A Partners Co., Ltd., CEO
(Scale-up, Investment, M&A, IPO Consulting);
Meritz Financial Group, Corporate Finance;
A Family Office, Director
Hyunkyu Lee
Partner
StepUp Company, CEO
Pacer Partners, Director (Investment Review) Accelerator Company D, Vice President
LeHub Vietnam Hanoi Center, Head (Startup Incubation) Gyeonggi Content Agency, Team Leader
MinSan Park
Partner
TikTok-GBS APAC, Korea;
POSCO International Co., Ltd., Global HR, ESG;
Daewoo International Co., Ltd., Overseas Defense Sales
Square Lab
Yoosun Hwang
GlamIt Co., Ltd., CEO / Communication Consultant; Expert in Communication and Interpersonal Relations
GlamIt Co., Ltd., CEO /
Communication Consultant;
Expert in Communication and Interpersonal Relations;
Yonsei University, Ph.D. in Mass Communication;
Author of Books on Communication;
Chungbuk National University, Professor, Department of Journalism and Broadcasting;
Korea Press Foundation, Senior Research Fellow;
KBS, Announcer; Sports Chosun, Sports Reporter
Hyun Jin Yang
External Relations / Business Etiquette Training Expert
Korean Air, Flight Attendant;
AJS Co., Ltd., Executive Director;
Korea University, Lecturer for Multiple Companies under Korea Management Association;
Interview Coaching for KOSDAQ-Listed Companies
Vipin Mini Jayan
India / International Law Expert
Handong Global Law School, Graduate;
High Court of Bombay, Assistant Attorney;
Languages: Hindi, English
1 Seoul Office
10th Floor, Dongin Building, 144 Seogang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul City
02-702-3335
2 Virginia Office
3863 Plaza Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
+1 703 246 9100
3 Jakarta Office
The Manhattan Square, Mid tower 12 Fl. JL TB Simatupang, East Cilandak, Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta, 12560, Indonesia
+62 21 8064 1022
4 Shanghai Office
Floor 1-2, Building 2, No. 29, Huibei Road, Liangxi District, Wuxi City, China
+82 10 2159 1626
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