In 1953, LG InternationalCorp.started off as Lucky Industry, and has since been involved in exporting and importing activities for Korea’s major industries, leading the way for the country’s significant economic development. LGI is proud of its status as a total trading company, acquiring and supplying resources essential for industrial growth and enhanced life quality, as well as a wide range of raw materials. I am deeply thankful for the unwavering support of our customers and stakeholders, which they have provided to LGI for over 50 years. In the 21st Century competition is growing more intense than ever before to secure and supply resources. LGI espouses the mid- and long-term vision of becoming a trading specialist in resources and industrial raw materials, endeavoring to maximize its business capabilities, and committed to being reborn as a highly competitive global business partner. We pledge to make a definitive investment in developing overseas resources and reliably acquiring and supplying energy and raw materials domestically unavailable to Korean industries. Also, backed by our accumulated business experience and powerful operational networks, we will continuously push to explore new markets and invest in the development of new businesses and eco-friendly businesses, creating future revenue sources and honoring our corporate social responsibilities. All of us at LGI are committed to continuous challenge and innovation in creating customer values and becoming a more reliable global corporation.