KAI and Strategic Command to Cooperate on AI and Unmanned Systems, Strengthening Future Battlefield Capabilities

Expanding Cooperation in AI, Space, and Unmanned Systems
Joint Identification of Advanced Capability Requirements

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) announced on May 29 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Strategic Command to respond to changes in the future battlefield environment and to advance cutting-edge defense capabilities.

Choi Jongwon, Head of Strategy Headquarters at Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) (left), and Park Jaeyeol, Commander of Strategic Forces, are taking a commemorative photo after signing a business agreement. KAI

This agreement was established to jointly explore the development direction of future capabilities based on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), space, and unmanned systems, and to build a strategic cooperation framework.

The two organizations plan to expand cooperation by sharing information and policies in areas of mutual interest, as well as hosting regular seminars and forums. They will also jointly identify requirements for advanced capabilities needed for future battlefields and strengthen personnel exchanges.

KAI, the only comprehensive aerospace and space systems company in Korea, is focusing on securing core competencies for the future battlefield based on platforms such as the KF-21, satellites, and unmanned systems. Recently, the company has been accelerating the establishment of future power systems through increased cooperation with government, military, and research institutions.

Choi Jongwon, Head of Strategy Headquarters at KAI, stated, "This MOU is a meaningful starting point for the development of Korea's future strategic capabilities. Based on KAI's accumulated aerospace technology expertise, we will actively support our military in securing the ability to respond to future battlefield environments."

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