Sonny Cho International (SCI) is a boutique international business development and capital advisory firm that focuses on helping companies expand, raise capital, enter new markets, and build strategic partnerships between North America (especially Canada) and Asia, particularly South Korea. The company also has leadership deeply involved in Canada–Korea trade through the Canada Korea Business Council (CKBC), which Sonny Cho leads.
Defence Industry Services for Canada-Korea Collaboration
Canada and South Korea have recently strengthened defence cooperation under the Canada–Republic of Korea Security and Defence Cooperation Partnership, promoting industry collaboration, R&D, and joint innovation. Korean defence suppliers (e.g., naval shipbuilders and defence OEMs) are increasingly engaging with Canadian partners and suppliers — a trend that SCI’s expertise and networks can help Canadian companies capitalise on.
1. Market Expansion & Strategic Entry Support
Goal: Grow Korean market presence beyond current operations.
§ Conduct a market assessment for Korean defence sectors relevant to your products (naval, aerospace, cybersecurity, or land systems).
§ Identify emerging opportunities in Korea’s defence modernization programs and government procurement plans.
§ Advise on regulatory compliance for exports, licensing, and technology transfer under Korean and Canadian defence trade regulations.
2. Business Development & B2B Connections
Goal: Connect with the right partners and clients in Korea.
§ Facilitate high-level introductions to Korean defence manufacturers, integrators, and government buyers.
§ Arrange private meetings or workshops with potential Korean partners to explore co-development or supply chain integration.
§ Help position your company strategically for participation in collaborative projects or consortiums.
3. Trade Missions, Industry Exhibitions & Government Engagement
Goal: Gain access to official government support and procurement channels.
§ Coordinate participation in Team Canada Trade Missions to Korea, which often include targeted defence sector events.
§ Prepare briefings and presentations for government or military stakeholders in Korea.
§ Assist in leveraging government programs (e.g., Global Affairs Canada, defence innovation funding) to strengthen credibility and visibility.
4. Capital Raising & Strategic Investment
Goal: Fund growth, expansion, or joint ventures
§ Identify strategic investors or joint venture partners in Asia for technology co-development or production partnerships.
§ Structure capital-raising rounds that align with both Canadian and Korean corporate governance standards.
§ Offer advisory on M&A opportunities in Korea’s defence sector that complement your product line or technology.
5. Strategic Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Goal: Deepen collaboration with Korean defence firms.
§ Facilitate long-term partnerships for co-development of defence systems or components.
§ Negotiate technology sharing or IP arrangements compliant with both Canadian and Korean defence regulations.
§ Position your company as a preferred supplier for Korean firms seeking Canadian expertise or technology.
