South Korea's science and education ministries discussed on Thursday ways to foster artificial intelligence (AI) talent through programs in elementary and middle schools. The meeting focused on joint efforts to provide AI education across all school stages, including platforms for students to engage directly with data and AI models.
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT held a meeting with the Ministry of Education in Seoul to discuss fostering artificial intelligence (AI) talent amid rapid changes in the sector, officials said. The ministries sought joint efforts to provide AI education programs across all stages of schooling, including establishing education platforms where students can engage directly with data and AI models. South Korea will also offer training courses for teachers and prepare guidelines on the safe use of AI platforms. The government plans to promote cooperation among AI-related departments at local universities, including joint research and exchange programs. Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon said in a release: “Now is the golden time to implement policy measures to foster professionals amid a major transformation, under which the development of cutting-edge technologies is accelerating and the global industrial order is being reshaped by AI.” This discussion marks an early government response to growing demand for AI skills.
