Opening Remarks for Confirmation Hearing at the National Assembly
“Efforts Needed to Unite Private Sector and Government”
“Providing Researchers with World-Class Environment”,
Yoo Sang-im, Minister of Science and ICT Candidate, answering questions from committee members during a confirmation hearing held by the National Assembly’s Science, Technology, Information, Broadcasting and Communication Committee on the morning of the 8th. Yonhap News,
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, ‘Yoo Sang-im, the candidate for Minister of Science and ICT, stated, “I will vigorously promote policies to ensure global competitiveness in artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors and advanced bio-quantum technologies, which are ‘game changers’.”‘,
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, ‘”In order for our country with limited resources to lead the global technology sovereignty competition, the private sector and government must unite as a common destiny and effort through communication,” Yoo expressed in his opening remarks at the confirmation hearing held at the National Assembly on the 8th. He emphasized, “I will accelerate technology development and infrastructure support to synergize semiconductor manufacturing competitiveness, AI, and establish a sustainable AI ecosystem through strong cooperation with the United States.”‘,
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, ‘Regarding national research and development (R&D) competitiveness, Yoo mentioned, “I will innovate the national R&D system to allow researchers to conduct research and development in a world-class environment.” He also stated, “I will expand support for young and mid-career researchers to receive appropriate treatment in their roles.”‘,
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, ‘Furthermore, he added, “I will actively promote the dedication of scientists and technologists who have led Korea into the ranks of advanced countries.”‘,
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, ‘Yoo also mentioned actively implementing policies to alleviate household communication expenses. He said, “I will continue to promote policies to alleviate household communication expenses and enhance network quality and services.” He added, “In the broadcasting sector, I will create policies for our companies facing market saturation and competition with global corporations to have growth opportunities.”‘,
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