During a senior advisor meeting at the Blue House, President Yoon stated, "Aerospace encompasses cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, communications, materials, and precision machinery, making it a key strategic industry with significant growth potential that is attracting global interest."
He noted that major countries and private companies like SpaceX are fiercely competing for leadership in the aerospace sector, highlighting a shift in the industry toward a competition that includes both state and private entities.
While acknowledging the achievements made since the successful launch of the Nuri rocket in November, he emphasized that there is still a long way to go. "We must solidify our path toward becoming a global aerospace powerhouse based on our current achievements," he said, calling for bold investments in research and development to quickly attain world-class technology in launch vehicles, satellites, and ground equipment.
President Yoon also pointed out that the private sector and local governments play a crucial role in aerospace development. He urged for enhanced public-private cooperation to foster the emergence of a 'Korean SpaceX' and to develop the southern regions with essential infrastructure into a comprehensive aerospace belt.
Additionally, he suggested accelerating the development of dual-use advanced engines based on technologies acquired during the KF-21 development process, and expressed commitment to actively support the aerospace sector as a new foundation for the economy and national security.
In a closed meeting, he directed the swift and bold integration of military academies.
After the meeting, Chief Spokesperson Kang Yu-jung reported that President Yoon emphasized the importance of actual execution over mere planning.
He also stressed the necessity of re-educating military commanders on future warfare and advanced weapon systems, suggesting that educational content should evolve with changing times.
Furthermore, President Yoon instructed to review the progress of advanced technology research, including small modular reactors (SMRs), and to prepare thoroughly for the transition of military combat systems, structural reforms, and re-education issues, according to Spokesperson Kang.
Meanwhile, the Blue House's National Security Office reported on plans to enhance defense capabilities in response to the Middle East conflict, transition to unmanned combat systems, and innovate reserve forces in preparation for future battlefields.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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