Samsung has provided encouragement gifts to 730 employees and their families working in the unstable Middle East region.
On October 16, Samsung announced that it distributed gift vouchers to employees and their families stationed in nine Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iran, Iraq, Israel, Qatar, Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Employees working on-site received gift vouchers valued between 3 million and 5 million won. Families residing in South Korea were given traditional market gift vouchers worth 2 million to 3 million won, which can be used at local small businesses.
In a letter to the employees, Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-Yong expressed, "Your passion and dedication in fulfilling your duties under challenging conditions serve as a great example for all of us. The company always prioritizes your safety and health."
Lee has previously sent holiday gifts to the families of Samsung employees stationed abroad for extended periods, demonstrating ongoing support for both employees and their families.
This is the second time this year that Samsung has specifically encouraged its employees in the Middle East. In March, the company provided gifts and letters to over 500 employees and their families working in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
Samsung has dispatched employees from its affiliates, including Samsung Electronics and Samsung C&T, to the Middle East. They are involved in projects related to AI data centers, nuclear power plants, and energy plants, as well as collaborations in the mobile and home appliance sectors.
Chairman Lee has emphasized the Middle East as a key area for future business. In 2023, he visited business sites in Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Egypt to encourage employees and discuss plans for expanding local operations. During that visit, he referred to the Middle East as "a treasure trove filled with opportunities for future growth and innovative technologies."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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