Han Jong-Hee, the co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, died at age 63 after suffering a heart attack. Joining the company in 1988, he was pivotal in establishing Samsung as the world's leading television manufacturer. Appointed co-vice chairman and CEO in 2022, Han was significant in the company’s consumer electronics and mobile sectors. His passing resulted in Jun Young Hyun, the semiconductor head, taking over as the sole CEO in a major leadership transition for the tech giant known for both components and finished products.
Han Jong-Hee, a senior executive at Samsung Electronics who was instrumental in the growth of its television business, passed away at the age of 63.
Having joined Samsung in 1988, Han helped the company become the world’s leading TV manufacturer and was appointed co-vice chairman and CEO in 2022.
With his death, Jun Young Hyun, the semiconductor chief executive, will assume all responsibilities as the sole CEO of Samsung, continuing the company’s leadership transition.
Samsung Electronics, recognized for its dual strengths in components and consumer products, was under the broader leadership of Lee Jae-yong, its chairman.
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