South Korea’s new Science and ICT Minister Bae Kyung-hoon has officially began his tenure, becoming the first Cabinet minister to take office under the Lee Jae Myung administration. In his inaugural speech at Sejong Government Complex, Minister Bae pledged to lead a national transformation powered by AI and advanced science and technology. He outlined four key policy directions: establishing a robust AI ecosystem, revitalizing the research and development innovation landscape, nurturing world-class talent in AI and science, and addressing pressing challenges closely tied to people’s daily lives. Minister Bae emphasized the importance of establishing AI and digital infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity systems, securing foundational AI models, promoting AI transformation and supporting AI semiconductors.
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