5 trillion KRW invested in science and technology… Support for securing strategic technologies and nurturing talent
From AI semiconductors to infrastructure & talent… 1.3156 trillion KRW in ICT & broadcasting,
2025 Comprehensive Implementation Plan for Ministry of Science and ICT R&D Projects (provided by Ministry of Science and ICT) January 2, 2024 /News1,
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, “(Seoul=News1) Reporter Kim Seung-jun = The Ministry of Science and ICT announced on the 2nd that it has finalized the ‘2025 Comprehensive Implementation Plan for Ministry R&D Projects’, in which 6.3214 trillion won will be invested.”,
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, ‘The Ministry will execute a total R&D budget of 9.6671 trillion won. Excluding support projects for affiliated research institutes, direct research institutes, and science and technology organizations, 6.3214 trillion won will be used for the ministry’s R&D projects.’,
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, ‘Key investment areas of the science and technology research and development projects, into which a total of 5.0058 trillion won will be invested, include △3 major game-changer technologies (bio, AI semiconductors, quantum) △converged research such as next-generation displays and personalized precision medicine △nano/material R&D △research living incentives △research solving future social issues (carbon neutrality, climate change, nuclear power, nuclear fusion) △support for participation in EU-led multilateral cooperation programs.’,
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, ‘In the information and communication technology (ICT) and broadcasting sectors, 1.3156 trillion won will be invested.’,
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, ‘Major AI projects include a 36.62 billion won cloud business based on domestic artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors, 6.05 billion won for next-generation AI technology challenge, 7.95 billion won for AI safety technology, and a 9 billion won AI research computing support project.’,
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, ‘In addition, projects on next-generation networks (6G), 6G standard-based low-orbit satellite communication systems, cybersecurity, AI/digital talent development, and securing original technology for immersive content will be promoted.’,
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, ‘The Ministry of Science and ICT also announced improvements to the R&D system.’,
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, ‘In the science and technology field, R&D systems will be improved by establishing tailored planning, evaluation, and management systems through the codification of projects, and by strengthening professionalism and accountability.’,
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, ‘In the ICT sector, R&D planning with clear directionality based on optimal demand as per field needs will be pursued. A professionalism-based evaluation system, a task council that enhances synergy among researchers, and a technology and performance exchange will be operated.’,
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, ‘Due to the increase in global R&D projects, the Ministry has prepared a system to promote global R&D achievements to support researchers’ stable research activities. A cross-ministry global R&D council will be organized to systematically check and manage project progress.’,
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, ‘Based on the confirmed comprehensive implementation plan, the Ministry announced the schedules for new projects and tasks. Additionally, a joint briefing session for government R&D projects will be held at the end of January to explain specific details, the timing of task solicitations, procedures, and more.\n’]