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Samsung's Co-CEO Han Jong-hee Dies at 63

3/25/2025

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Han Jong-hee, co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, passed away from a heart attack at 63 in South Korea.
He joined Samsung in 1988 and became co-CEO in 2022, managing consumer electronics and mobile devices.
Han was instrumental in leading the TV business and driving growth during challenging times.
Jun Young-hyun will assume the role of sole CEO after Han's death.

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Han Jong-hee, co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, passed away from a heart attack at 63 in South Korea.
He joined Samsung in 1988 and became co-CEO in 2022, managing consumer electronics and mobile devices.
Han was instrumental in leading the TV business and driving growth during challenging times.
Jun Young-hyun will assume the role of sole CEO after Han's death.