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发件人：Umar Hayat via Conference <conference@ivorysql.org> 发件时间：2025年6月10日 15:42 收件人：GRANT ZHOU <grantzhou@gmail.com> 抄送：conference <conference@ivorysql.org> 主题：[Conference] Re: Remote Participation Option - HOW2025 Conference |
Please find attached passport for invitation letter and information in
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Surname: Hayat
First Name: Muhammad Umar
Passport Number: DS6176273
Nationality: Pakistan
Current Residence: South Korea
Phone Number: +82-10-3273-1989
Regards
Umar Hayat
On Tue, 10 Jun 2025 at 16:04, Umar Hayat <postgresql.wizard@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Hi Grant,
>
> It's been my 4th year living here in Seoul on a Resident Visa but I do
> not possess a Korean passport yet. I will apply for a visa on a
> Pakistani passport.
> I read on the Visa website that I took 3, 4 working days to process
> Visa applications and there are direct ~2 hours flights to Jinah from
> Seoul.
>
> If you are aware of any concerns that It can take longer than I can do
> remote too. Personally I would prefer to travel there.
> (I sent you a message on Discord, If possible it would be quick chat
> to understand the situation)
>
> Regards
> Umar Hayat
>
> On Tue, 10 Jun 2025 at 15:20, GRANT ZHOU <grantzhou@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Hi Umar,
> >
> > What a surprise to learn you're in Seoul! Do you have Korean citizenship? It's really convenient to fly from Seoul to China - we're such close neighbors.
> >
> > You're absolutely welcome to attend on-site if you'd prefer. I was initially concerned about the time constraints for visa applications, but if you hold a South Korean passport, you can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days for business, tourism, visiting family and friends, or transit purposes.
> >
> > Please let me know if you have any visa concerns or other questions.
> >
> > All the best,
> >
> > Grant
> >
> >
> > On Mon, Jun 9, 2025 at 1:31 AM Umar Hayat <postgresql.wizard@gmail.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Grant,
> >> Thanks for the response. Though my presentation is about Graph DB, I
> >> wanted to be involved in in-person discussions about IvorySQL
> >> development, as I have been working with IvorySQL for quite some time
> >> now. Seems I have to be engaged virtually then :-)
> >>
> >> Having said that, I am available for remote participation. Let me know
> >> further details and schedule and I will prepare content accordingly.
> >> I live in Seoul, so there is not much of a time difference, I will be
> >> attending the conference via Zoom.
> >>
> >> Regards,
> >> Umar Hayat
> >>
> >> On Mon, 9 Jun 2025 at 17:04, GRANT ZHOU <grantzhou@gmail.com> wrote:
> >> >
> >> > Dear Umar,
> >> >
> >> > As we finalize arrangements for the HOW2025 PostgreSQL and IvorySQL conference, I wanted to reach out regarding your participation given the tight schedule we're working with.
> >> >
> >> > Would you be open to participating remotely this time? This would allow us to arrange your talk sessions more efficiently and move forward with the scheduling process promptly.
> >> >
> >> > If you're agreeable to remote participation, here's how it would work:
> >> >
> >> > Please record a high-definition video of your presentation and send it to us in advance
> >> > We'll play your recorded presentation during your scheduled time slot at the conference
> >> > You can optionally join us remotely via Zoom or VooV at the end of your session for a live Q&A with attendees
> >> >
> >> > This approach would help us finalize the conference program and ensure your valuable contribution is included without the complexities of travel arrangements on short notice.
> >> >
> >> > Please let me know your thoughts on this arrangement so we can proceed with the talk scheduling and follow-up accordingly.
> >> >
> >> > Thank you for your understanding, and I look forward to your response.
> >> >
> >> > Best regards,
> >> >
> >> > Grant
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> Umar Hayat
> >> SKAI Worldwide (https://skaiworldwide.com/)
>
>
>
> --
> Umar Hayat
> SKAI Worldwide (https://skaiworldwide.com/)
--
Umar Hayat
SKAI Worldwide (https://skaiworldwide.com/)
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