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Sat, December 9, 2023 | 13:57

S. Korea, US, Japan vow to strengthen cooperation against NK threat

S. Korea, US, Japan vow to strengthen cooperation against NK threat

The national security advisers of South Korea, the United States and Japan vowed Saturday to strengthen cooperation against North Korea's nuclear and missile threats while also deepening their cooperation on supply chains, technology protection and other economic security issues, the three sides said.

2023-12-09 10:50

Nat'l security advisers of S. Korea, Japan discuss NK threat

Korea, US tighten partnerships in chip, battery, AI

Nat'l security advisers of S. Korea, Japan discuss NK threat

Nat'l security advisers of S. Korea, Japan discuss NK threat

The national security advisers of South Korea and Japan agreed Friday on the need to strengthen solidarity with the international community in order to respond firmly to North Korea's nuclear and missile provocations, the presidential office said.

2023-12-09 09:55

S. Korea, US, Japan vow to strengthen cooperation against NK threat

Defense chief orders military readiness amid NK threats

Defense chief orders military readiness amid NK threats

South Korea's defense chief on Friday renewed his calls on the military to keep a constant state of readiness to retaliate against North Korea, if provoked.

2023-12-08 21:44

Hanwha signs $2.4 bil. deal to export infantry fighting vehicles to Australia

Hanwha signs $2.4 bil. deal to export infantry fighting vehicles to Australia

The Australian subsidiary of Hanwha Aerospace has signed a $2.4 billion contract with the Australian government to export 129 Redback infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), the company and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced Friday.

2023-12-08 16:15

[INTERVIEW] Ex-NIS chief urges politicians to stop misusing spy agency

INTERVIEWEx-NIS chief urges politicians to stop misusing spy agency

A blame game is in full swing after Korea lost to Saudi Arabia in a bid to host the World Expo 2030 in a vote held in Paris, France on Nov. 28.

2023-12-08 11:35

S. Korea to stage computer-simulated Taegeuk military drills next week

S. Korea to stage computer-simulated Taegeuk military drills next week

South Korea's military will stage its annual computer-simulated Taegeuk exercise next week, officials said Friday, as Seoul seeks to strengthen its readiness against North Korean military threats.

2023-12-08 11:31

Yoon vows to expand support for arms industry

Yoon vows to expand support for arms industry

President Yoon Suk Yeol pledged, Thursday, to enhance government support for the local defense industry, as Korea aims to become the world's fourth-largest arms exporter by 2027.

2023-12-07 16:57

S. Korea's low birth rate poses challenges to military conscription

S. Korea's low birth rate poses challenges to military conscription

South Korea's shrinking pool of conscripts is causing concerns amid the growing threat from North Korea, prompting the military to mull options to effectively maintain combat readiness with limited resources.

2023-12-06 17:06

KAI boosts partnerships with Egypt at defense fair

KAI boosts partnerships with Egypt at defense fair

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is seeking to boost partnerships with Egypt at the ongoing Egypt Defence Expo 2023 (EDEX) in Cairo, as the country's sole aircraft manufacturer expands its presence in the Middle East and North Africa.

2023-12-06 10:56

JCS chairman calls for robust defense posture in Seoul metropolitan area

JCS chairman calls for robust defense posture in Seoul metropolitan area

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Adm. Kim Myung-soo called Tuesday for a strong defense posture in the Seoul metropolitan area to fend off threats posed by North Korea's provocations.

2023-12-05 16:02

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