Science and Technology
The Korea Aerospace Administration announced plans to establish a low-Earth orbit satellite communications network by 2035 and advance the nation's first lunar landing to 2030.
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President Lee Jae-myung met Demis Hassabis, co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind, in Seoul on April 27 to discuss the responsible use of artificial intelligence and global partnerships. They shared views that AI could powerfully address global challenges like low growth, climate crisis, and health care, while posing risks such as abuse in warfare or deepening inequality. The government partnered with DeepMind under its K-Moonshot initiative for AI-led science innovation.
The Japanese government has finalized a ¥247.9 billion budget for grants-in-aid for scientific research in fiscal 2026, an increase of about ¥10 billion from the previous year—the largest rise in the past decade. This move addresses concerns over declining research capabilities, with expansions in support for young researchers and international collaborations.
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The South Korean science ministry unveiled plans on Friday to foster science professionals amid rising demand for AI experts and concerns over a declining number of graduate students. The initiative aims to provide incentives throughout researchers' careers to bolster the nation's AI competitiveness.