Ha Jung-woo has returned to the Blue House as the Vice Chair of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy Committee. He expressed his commitment to making South Korea an indispensable nation in the global AI supply chain, surpassing the top three AI powers.
On Facebook, Ha stated on August 30, "I will dedicate myself to realizing 'Indispensable South Korea' as a global AI core supply chain nation, going beyond the top three AI powers."
He added, "It seems that my experience in AI research and development in the private sector, as well as my role in establishing the national AI strategy as the Blue House AI Future Planning Secretary, were highly valued."
Ha emphasized, "Since the release of ChatGPT, global AI competition has intensified. The AI race is rapidly expanding beyond mere technological competition to encompass national technology and security competition. There is much work ahead, and my responsibilities are significant."
He noted, "South Korea has clear opportunities. We possess unparalleled competitiveness in the memory semiconductor sector and have accumulated substantial capabilities to pursue the frontier AI field, ranking clearly in the top three behind the U.S. and China."
Additionally, he stated, "With a world-class manufacturing industry base, we have the potential to lead in the physical AI sector, along with a stable infrastructure for AI development, transmission, and distribution."
Ha promised, "If we connect these strengths into a cohesive national AI strategy, South Korea can become an essential nation in the global AI supply chain, surpassing just being a leading country in the AI era. I will work to achieve sustainable AI power and deliver results that citizens can feel in a timely manner."
He specifically mentioned, "I will do my utmost to support the success of three major mega-projects and ensure the successful implementation of seven SEED projects based on AI. At the same time, I will strive to ensure that the new era of high growth opened by AI provides opportunities and growth for all citizens, not just a select few."
Ha previously ran as a candidate for the Democratic Party in the June 3 by-election for the Busan North District but lost to independent lawmaker Han Dong-hoon.
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