— Published June 3, 2026

Ban Ki-moon appointed honorary advisor to the Korean NOC

South Korea

Le Korean Olympic and Sports Committee (KSOC) has appointed Ban Ki-moon as an honorary advisor. He is one of South Korea's most influential modern figures, having held the position of United Nations Secretary General from 2007 to 2016. He also chaired the IOC ethics commission and is an honorary member of the IOC.

« I also had the privilege of being one of the first members of the board of directors of the Ban Ki-moon Foundation for a Better Future and I have continued to nurture a fruitful relationship with him, says Ryu Seung-min, chairman of the KSOC, on social media. While he continues to be actively involved around the world, I eagerly await his valuable advice. and its support for the future development of KSOC. "Especially in light of a bid for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.