<p>➀ Choi Chang-gol, honorary chairman of Korea Zinc, passed away at 84, leaving a legacy as a pioneer in revitalizing the non-ferrous metals industry and transforming Korea Zinc into a global leader in integrated smelting;</p><p>➀ In the 1970s, he spearheaded the construction of the Onsan Smelter, securing critical funding from domestic and international institutions like the IFC, which laid the foundation for the company’s expansion;</p><p>➂ He championed innovative smelting technologies, such as the DRS process, establishing Korea Zinc’s unique competitiveness and driving its rise as a cornerstone of Korea’s industrial and global supply chain.</p>