Navy to Relocate Command Post to Busan
The Navy announced Wednesday its operational command is to be relocated to Busan this year to enhance combat readiness.
The Naval Operational Command is now located in Jinhae, a southern port city known for its topographic advantages. But the waters off the coast of Jinhae are said to be too shallow to accommodate brand-new huge vessels, Navy officials said.
In addition, the 3rd Fleet Command, currently in Busan, will be transferred to Mokpo, South Jeolla Province, around December, a Navy spokesman said.
``We took into account how we can utilize ports in Busan and Mokpo to carry out joint naval operations with the United States more effectively,'' the spokesman said.