Japan's Recruit CEO Retakes Indeed Top Job After Six-Year Hiatus
Recruit Holdings Co. 's chief executive officer is returning to his role as the head of Indeed.com, six years after he last led the job search site.
Hisayuki 'Deko' Idekoba resumed the top job from Chris Hyams, who has stepped down. Idekoba will also continue running its parent company, Indeed said in a statement Monday.
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US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Second Lady Usha Vance Address USISPF Leadership Summit 2025
Washington, District Of Columbia , June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) convened its Leadership Summit 2025 in Washington, D.C., bringing together a distinguished group of senior government and business leaders, policy makers and thought leaders to celebrate and advance the U.S.-India-Japan partnership.(L-R): John Chambers (Chairman, USISPF), Dr. Mukesh Aghi (President & CEO, USISPF), Arvind Krishna (Chairman & CEO, IBM), Secretary Howard Lutick (US Commerce), Toshiaki Higashihara (Chairman, Hitachi), Kumar Mangalam Birla (Chairman, Aditya Birla).USISPF was proud to host the Second Lady of the United States, Ms. Usha Vance, in a conversation with John Chambers, Chairman, USISPF. described the US-India relationship as 'very personal' to her, highlighting a moment of 'great opportunity' in the evolving bilateral ties. 'When we were visiting India recently, I was struck by the number of people who came up to me and said how much they loved our country, how they visited family, how they visited just for pleasure, and how they were hoping for a close relationship going forward. I think these personal ties have something to do with it.' said while reminiscing about her visit to India along with her family. She continued, speaking on her upcoming priorities, "Literacy is going to be a big focus of my efforts. It's a natural fit, given that I have small children and my own personal interests." Following her remarks, Mr. John Chambers, Chairman of USISPF, delivered opening comments emphasizing the role of innovation and public-private partnerships in strengthening bilateral ties. The Summit featured engaging discussions with Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Ambassador of India to the United States, Congressman Rich McCormick, Co-Chairman of the India and Indian-American Caucus and Senator Steve Daines. The keynote address was delivered by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, who outlined strategic priorities for deepening economic collaboration between the U.S. and India. 'I am a great fan of India, and even the people in the government know it's true.' stated, underscoring his long-standing admiration for the country. Drawing from his experience and understanding of India's growth, he added, "From what I know about India, the core population of India has that drive and ambition, and that's why the Indian economy will always continue to grow and thrive. It has that underpinning, and you can do things in India that, in many other countries, you just can't get done." Emphasizing the positive trajectory of ongoing trade negotiations, he stated, 'You should expect a deal between the United States and India in the not-too-distant future, because I think we have found a place that really works for both countries.' Lastly, touching upon U.S. foreign policy under current leadership, he emphasized, 'The President thinks 'America First,' but he does not think 'America only' or 'America exclusively.' He will first take care of home - so that we are big and strong - but then he is going to take care of his allies. He is going to make sure that he takes care of India - whom he deeply, deeply admires and respects - and we are going to have a great, great relationship together.' The evening culminated in the presentation of the USISPF Global Leadership Awards 2025, to Mr. Arvind Krishna, Chairman, President & CEO, IBM; Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Aditya Birla Group and Mr. Toshiaki Higashihara, Executive Chairman, Hitachi, Ltd. These leaders were recognized for their outstanding contributions in strengthening the U.S.–India–Japan economic corridor. Under the leadership of , is the largest Indian greenfield investor in the United States, with investments exceeding $15 billion. , "It is a great honor to receive the 2025 USISPF Global Leadership Award. This recognition is a testament to Aditya Birla Group's deep commitment to the U.S., and belief in the potential to further deepen the U.S.-India partnership. We are proud to have started our journey in the U.S. over 18 years ago, and to place big bets here. We continue to choose America because we believe in the strength, stability, and promise of this nation, and our commitment goes beyond capital – we are investing in people, in communities, and in long-term impact to create mutual prosperity." , was honored for his leadership in redefining the future of technology especially in AI, hybrid cloud, and quantum computing. Arvind has ensured that India continues to play a central role in the company's global expansion plan and has been passionate about championing US-India deep tech ties. Under Arvind's leadership, IBM will continue to invest $150 billion in America over the next five years to fuel the economy and accelerate its role as the global leader in computing. "I'm honored to receive this award and grateful for the support of USISPF and its allies in strengthening the U.S.-India-Japan relations,' . 'IBM has built partnerships and made sustained technology investments in each country, and I believe these collaborations provide the right foundation for powerful innovation and growth." , was honored for leading Hitachi's transformation into a leader in Energy, Mobility, Industrial Automation, and Digital Technology, driving growth through sustainable development and benefits for society. Reflecting upon Hitachi's long-standing legacy in India, and accepting the award, he remarked, 'Having first established a presence in India in 1933, Hitachi has enjoyed a rich and enduring relationship with the country. India offers Hitachi a tremendous wealth of deep technical talent, and Hitachi brings a broad spectrum of solutions to India, from Mobility to Energy Infrastructure, to Software and Services. As we continue to serve our clients globally, our collaboration with USISPF, along with strong partnerships across the public and private sectors in both the United States and India, will be pivotal in fulfilling our commitment to delivering innovations that benefit society and the planet."Second Lady of the United States, Ms. Usha Vance in conversation at the USISPF Leadership USISPF The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) is committed to creating the most powerful partnership between the United States and India. As the only independent not-for-profit institution dedicated to strengthening the U.S.-India partnership in Washington, D.C., and in New Delhi, USISPF is the trusted partner for businesses, non-profit organizations, the diaspora, and the governments of India and the United States. Press inquiries USISPF Ankit Jain ajain@ 2244607900 2550 M St NWWashington, DC 20037, USA A video accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Chicago Tribune
2 hours ago
- Chicago Tribune
South Korea's new President Lee vows to pursue talks with North and bolster ties with US and Japan
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea's new President Lee Jae-myung vowed Wednesday to restart dormant talks with North Korea and bolster a trilateral partnership with the U.S. and Japan, as he laid out key policy goals for his single, five-year term. Lee, who rose from childhood poverty to become South Korea's leading liberal politician vowing to fight inequality and corruption, began his term earlier Wednesday, hours after winning a snap election that was triggered in April by the removal of then-President Yoon Suk Yeol over his ill-fated imposition of martial law late last year. In his inaugural address at the National Assembly, Lee said that his government will deal with North Korean nuclear threats and its potential military aggressions with 'strong deterrence' based on the South Korea-U.S. military alliance. But he said he would 'open a communication channel with North Korea and establish peace on the Korean Peninsula through talks and cooperation.' He said he'll pursue pragmatic diplomacy with neighboring countries and boost trilateral Seoul-Washington-Tokyo cooperation. 'Through pragmatic diplomacy based on national interests, we will turn the crisis posed by the major shift in global economic and security landscapes into an opportunity to maximize our national interests,' Lee said. It was unclear whether Lee's election would cause any major, immediate shift in South Korea's foreign policy. Lee, previously accused by critics of tilting toward China and North Korea and away from the U.S. and Japan, has recently repeatedly stressed South Korea's alliance with the U.S. as the foundation of its foreign policy and avoided any contentious remarks that would raise questions on his views on the U.S. and Japan. 'We'll have to now see if the pressures of office will cause Lee Jae-myung to govern from the center — at least when it comes to matters of national security and the alliance with the United States,' said Ankit Panda, an expert with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. 'It's hard to predict with absolute certainty how he will deal with the U.S., North Korea, Japan and China because he's changed his position so much,' said Duyeon Kim, a senior analyst at the Washington-based Center for a New American Security. 'We can expect tensions if his government doesn't align with Washington's approach to China and Japan.' The toughest external challenges awaiting Lee are U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy and North Korea's expanding military partnerships with Russia. But experts earlier said whoever becomes president can't do much to secure major progress in South Korea's favor on those issues. The U.S. and Japan said they congratulated Lee's election and expressed their commitments to developing three-way cooperation. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said he wants to hold summit talks with Lee 'as early as possible,' saying he hopes to further promote bilateral ties, both public and commercial. The U.S. State Department said that Seoul and Washington share 'an ironclad commitment' to the alliance. Chinese President Xi Jinping also sent a congratulatory message to Lee, saying that Beijing is willing to work with Seoul to advance their cooperative partnership for the benefit of the countries' peoples, according to state broadcaster CCTV. It's unclear how North Korea would react to Lee's speech, as it has shunned any talks with South Korea and the U.S. since 2019. North Korea in recent years has supplied weapons and troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine, and South Korea, the U.S. and their partners suspect Russia might in return transfer high-tech technologies to North Korea to help it perfect its nuclear weapons program. Russia's Tass news agency said Wednesday that top Russian security official Sergei Shoigu has arrived in Pyongyang for a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, in the latest sign of the countries' booming exchanges. Lee has said he would support Trump's moves to restart nuclear diplomacy with Kim Jong Un as part of efforts to engage with North Korea. North Korea hasn't publicly responded to Trump's outreach. 'Lee and Trump would personally want to resume dialogue with Kim Jong Un. But North Korea has no incentive to talk to Washington or Seoul,' said Duyeon Kim, the analyst. 'Pyongyang has Beijing and Moscow's support both politically and economically, and can buy a lot of time to further perfect its nuclear weapons.' Later Wednesday, Lee nominated former Unification Minister Lee Jong-seok, a dove who favors greater rapprochement with North Korea, as his spy chief. The nomination is likely related to Lee Jae-myung's hopes to reopen talks, as the National Intelligence Service previously played a behind-the-scene role to promote ties with North Korea, observers say. Lee Jae-myung also nominated his key political ally and veteran lawmaker Kim Min-seok as prime minister, the government's No. 2 job. Lee is expected to nominate other top Cabinet members in coming days. Lee called for unity to address the country's stark political divide deepened after Yoon's martial law debacle, saying that he will 'answer the people's solemn call to let hope bloom over deep and painful wounds.' Lee still promised a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Yoon's martial law imposition, describing it as a 'rebellion that seized people's sovereignty with arms.' Lee said revitalizing a slowing domestic economy would be his top priority and that his government would immediately launch an emergency task force to wage a 'head-on battle' against the threats of recession. He also promised more aggressive government spending to help spur economic activity. South Korea's central bank last week cut its key interest rate and sharply lowered its growth outlook for 2025 to 0.8%, as it moved to counter Trump's tariff hikes and weak domestic demand worsened by recent political turmoil. Lee also reiterated his campaign vows to reduce inequality, saying that 'the polarization fueled by inequality is now hindering further growth.' Lee's term began immediately without the usual two-month transition period after the National Election Commission formally confirmed his election victory. Before his inauguration, Lee visited the national cemetery in Seoul to pay his respects to late Korean leaders, patriots and war dead who are buried there, and he had a telephone call with Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman Kim Myung-soo to call for military readiness against possible North Korean aggression.
News24
3 hours ago
- News24
US labels South Korea election fair, but Trump allies target new president: ‘This is terrible'
Pedro Pardo/AFP The US labelled South Korea's election as fair. Liberal party candidate Lee Jae-myung won the presidency. US President Donald Trump's right-wing allies have taken aim at Lee. The White House said on Tuesday that South Korea's election, which saw liberal party candidate Lee Jae-myung win the presidency, was fair, but it expressed concern about Chinese interference. 'The US-ROK Alliance remains ironclad. While South Korea had a free and fair election, the United States remains concerned and opposed to Chinese interference and influence in democracies around the world,' a White House official said in an emailed response to a Reuters request for comment made at an earlier White House briefing. 'ROK' refers to the Republic of Korea. The official did not elaborate on the reference to alleged Chinese interference or connect it directly to the South Korean election. However, US President Donald Trump's right-wing allies have taken aim at Lee, who has spoken of the need to balance Seoul's relations with China and the US. Laura Loomer, a far-right activist who has jockeyed her way up from online agitator to self-appointed Trump adviser, posted 'RIP South Korea' on X on Tuesday after Lee's victory became clear. 'The communists have taken over Korea and won the Presidential election today,' she wrote. This is terrible. Laura Loomer Loomer has shown herself to be highly influential: Several high-ranking White House officials were fired this year after she presented Trump with a list of national security staffers she perceived to be disloyal. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement congratulating Lee, and like the White House, spoke about the two countries' 'ironclad' alliance. He made no mention of concerns about China. 'The United States and the Republic of Korea share an ironclad commitment to the Alliance grounded in our Mutual Defence Treaty, shared values, and deep economic ties,' Rubio said. 'We are also modernising the Alliance to meet the demands of today's strategic environment and address new economic challenges.' Anthony Wallace/AFP Rubio also said the US would continue to deepen trilateral cooperation with South Korea and Japan, 'to bolster regional security, enhance economic resilience, and defend our shared democratic principles'. As South Korea's ousted former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, fought for his political life earlier this year, he raised unsubstantiated claims about possible fraud in South Korea's elections as one reason for his announcement of a martial law decree that had prompted his ouster. His backers adopted 'Stop the Steal' slogans and expressed hopes that Trump would intervene to help, but that never came. Yonhap/AFP 'Most of the 'election fraud' allegations I've seen reek of conspiracy theories and paranoia,' said Evans Revere, former US Deputy Ambassador for East Asian Affairs. 'It's unfortunate that a White House spokesperson would allude to these, especially since Lee's margin of victory was substantial and his conservative opponent quickly and unhesitatingly conceded his loss.' Last week, without providing evidence, Trump ally Mike Flynn, a retired general who briefly served as the president's national security adviser during his first term, referred in a post on X to 'signs of fraud' in the South Korea election, and said a fraudulent outcome would only benefit the Chinese Communist Party. Another Trump ally, Steve Bannon, explored a similar theme of Chinese election interference on his WarRoom channel last week. Lee's past comments about China, including his statement that a conflict over Taiwan would have nothing to do with South Korea, have provided fodder for those in the US government inclined to mistrust him, said Revere. His policy approach on China, Taiwan, Russia, Japan, and alliance- and trade-related concerns will be under close scrutiny in Washington and could lead to 'differences' between the two allies, he added. 'In that context, the White House spokesperson's comments could have been intended as a cautionary message to Korea's new president.'
