CJ vice chair among Forbes list of world's influential women over 50

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SEOUL, January 22 (AJP) - Miky Lee, vice chair of South Korea’s CJ Group, has been named to Forbes’ “50 Over 50 Global 2026” list, becoming the only South Korean included this year.

Forbes cited Lee’s role in helping propel Korean films and content onto the global stage, highlighting her long-standing influence on the international expansion of K-content.

In its profile of Lee, Forbes described her as a central figure behind South Korea’s rise as a global content powerhouse. It noted her early investment in DreamWorks and her role as an executive producer of “Parasite,” the first non-English-language film to win the Academy Award for best picture.

Launched in 2021, the “50 Over 50” list recognizes women aged 50 and older whose achievements have broken barriers across industries. This year’s honorees come from 36 countries and fields ranging from aviation and architecture to finance and entertainment.

Other figures named on the list include Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Oscar-winning actor Penelope Cruz, and Rei Kawakubo, founder of fashion label Comme des Garçons.

* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.
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