The government has increased its export target for small businesses to $180 billion by 2030, a 20% increase from previous national objectives. Starting in July next year, all mandatory military personnel will be covered by accident insurance, and a health insurance plan will provide medical cost support for 18 months after discharge.
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo emphasized the need to expand the global stage for small businesses to strengthen the economy during the 13th National Policy Coordination Meeting held at the Government Seoul Complex on September 3.
The meeting discussed four key innovation strategies for small business exports, improvements to policies for military service youth, preparations for the launch of the Population Strategy Committee, and plans for the 24th World Korean Business Convention.
The government will operate the 'Export ON 2000' program to support young startups, small businesses, and regionally specialized companies in their overseas expansion, while promoting fashion, food, and beauty devices as next-generation K-brand strategic items.
Efforts will also accelerate to explore emerging markets such as India and Brazil. The export support platform 'GoBiz Korea,' utilizing artificial intelligence, will be enhanced into a comprehensive platform linking online and offline services. Prime Minister Han stated, "We aim to achieve the $180 billion small business export target for 2030 by raising the initial goal by 20%."
Support for military service youth will also be strengthened. Starting in July, all active-duty soldiers and reserve forces will be enrolled in accident insurance, with the government covering the premiums. The insurance will cover diagnosis fees for fractures and amputations, mental health support, hospitalization, and surgical costs for illnesses and injuries incurred during service.
A health insurance plan for discharged military personnel will also be introduced at the same time, providing medical cost support for 18 months post-discharge, regardless of the severity of the illness or its connection to military service. The age limit for 34 youth policy programs operated by central administrative agencies will also be extended by the duration of military service.
Prime Minister Han remarked, "We will ensure that the time dedicated to serving the nation does not result in disadvantages, providing necessary support during and after service, so that opportunities are not missed due to military duty."
On September 10, in line with the implementation of the Basic Law on Population Strategy, the Low Birthrate and Aging Society Committee will be expanded and reorganized into the Population Strategy Committee. The new committee will serve as a government-wide control tower addressing not only low birth rates and aging but also regional population imbalances, changes in household structures, inter-country population movements, and labor shortages.
Regarding the upcoming regular National Assembly session, Prime Minister Han stated, "Policies cannot be completed solely by the government's will; they must be supported by laws and budgets to lead to changes felt by the public." He urged each ministry to actively communicate with the National Assembly to reflect necessary legislation and budgetary needs.
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo emphasized the need to expand the global stage for small businesses to strengthen the economy during the 13th National Policy Coordination Meeting held at the Government Seoul Complex on September 3.
The meeting discussed four key innovation strategies for small business exports, improvements to policies for military service youth, preparations for the launch of the Population Strategy Committee, and plans for the 24th World Korean Business Convention.
The government will operate the 'Export ON 2000' program to support young startups, small businesses, and regionally specialized companies in their overseas expansion, while promoting fashion, food, and beauty devices as next-generation K-brand strategic items.
Efforts will also accelerate to explore emerging markets such as India and Brazil. The export support platform 'GoBiz Korea,' utilizing artificial intelligence, will be enhanced into a comprehensive platform linking online and offline services. Prime Minister Han stated, "We aim to achieve the $180 billion small business export target for 2030 by raising the initial goal by 20%."
Support for military service youth will also be strengthened. Starting in July, all active-duty soldiers and reserve forces will be enrolled in accident insurance, with the government covering the premiums. The insurance will cover diagnosis fees for fractures and amputations, mental health support, hospitalization, and surgical costs for illnesses and injuries incurred during service.
A health insurance plan for discharged military personnel will also be introduced at the same time, providing medical cost support for 18 months post-discharge, regardless of the severity of the illness or its connection to military service. The age limit for 34 youth policy programs operated by central administrative agencies will also be extended by the duration of military service.
Prime Minister Han remarked, "We will ensure that the time dedicated to serving the nation does not result in disadvantages, providing necessary support during and after service, so that opportunities are not missed due to military duty."
On September 10, in line with the implementation of the Basic Law on Population Strategy, the Low Birthrate and Aging Society Committee will be expanded and reorganized into the Population Strategy Committee. The new committee will serve as a government-wide control tower addressing not only low birth rates and aging but also regional population imbalances, changes in household structures, inter-country population movements, and labor shortages.
Regarding the upcoming regular National Assembly session, Prime Minister Han stated, "Policies cannot be completed solely by the government's will; they must be supported by laws and budgets to lead to changes felt by the public." He urged each ministry to actively communicate with the National Assembly to reflect necessary legislation and budgetary needs.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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