This is Min Ho Lee, the 6th Chairman of the ASLS.

First, I would like to show my deepest gratitude to all our members for taking the time out of your busy schedules to join us for the 2026 ASLS Spring Congress.

To be honest, the current environment surrounding aesthetic medicine is not easy. With the decline in domestic patient numbers, many of you are likely feeling the direct impact of the economic downturn in your practices. However, at the same time, demand from international patients—particularly from Southeast Asia, China, and Japan—is clearly on the rise, and the market is shifting in a new direction. At this pivotal turning point, I believe it is the ASLS's duty to provide practical support to our members.

Another notable change is the global expansion of interest in K-Culture. Moving beyond movies and K-Pop, the world's attention is now focused on K-Beauty and K-Aesthetic Medicine. In fact, interest among international physicians regarding Korea's clinical standards and systems is higher than ever before. I believe this presents a significant opportunity to overcome our current challenges. Korea is one of the few countries capable of independently developing and manufacturing aesthetic medical devices, boasting both top-tier medical professionals and industrial foundation. Now is the time for academic field and industry to work together to leverage these strengths.

Through this Spring Congress, ASLS aims to present realistic directions and solutions for our members while seeking ways to survive and grow together through closer cooperation with the industry. I sincerely hope that this congress will be a meaningful time for all of you to discover new opportunities amidst difficult times and find practical help for your clinical practice.

As President, I will continue to lead the Society focusing on communication and harmony, listening carefully to your voices to make ASLS that actually helps you in real life. I would like to ask for your continued engagement and support, as well as your partnership for the shared growth of our industry. We are all in the midst of this great change. Together, we will navigate through this period.

Thank you.