Lee Kun-hee's Son, Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong, Gifts 50,000 Won Bill to Employee at APEC Event

An anecdote about Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong giving a 50,000 won bill to an employee who handed him coffee at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit is heating up the internet.

An employee, identified as Mr. A, who worked at an Ediya Coffee branch within the Hanwha Resort in Gyeongju during the APEC period, recently shared his experience with Chairman Lee on his Threads account.

Mr. A posted photos, including one of himself holding the 50,000 won bill, and wrote, "I offered Chairman Lee Jae-yong a cup of coffee as he was passing by. A moment later, he returned and took out a 50,000 won bill from his pants pocket to give to me."

He described Chairman Lee as "cool, handsome, and incredibly gentle. I plan to frame the money he gave me and pass it down as a family heirloom."

The post garnered over 300,000 views within a day, attracting significant attention. Online commenters expressed surprise at Chairman Lee's down-to-earth gesture and empathy for the employee's gratefulness.

Netizens reacted with comments like, "What an amazing experience!", "Chairman Lee Jae-yong, it's great to see your humble side", and "That employee really hit the jackpot! So envious." showing empathy for the heartwarming story.