Chanjin Lee, FSS Governor, Visits Military Again: "Manage Assets, Not Gamble"

Special Lecture on Preventing Illegal Gambling and Asset Management at the 2nd Operations Command

Supporting Young AI Talent and Venture Startups in Daegu

Lee Chanjin, Governor of the Financial Supervisory Service, continued his field-focused activities by conducting financial education for military personnel in Daegu and visiting a site dedicated to fostering young talent in artificial intelligence (AI) finance.

According to the Financial Supervisory Service on July 8, Governor Lee visited the Republic of Korea Army 2nd Operational Command located in Suseong-gu, Daegu, that afternoon, where he provided financial education to soldiers under the theme of "Preventing Illegal Gambling and Promoting Sound Asset Management for Military Personnel."

In his special lecture, Governor Lee explained practical methods for managing salaries using the Military Tomorrow Savings program, proper investment principles, and important precautions, focusing on real-life examples for easy understanding. He particularly highlighted the dangers of gambling by introducing the current state of illegal gambling and cases of punishment, and he also suggested practical ways to resist the temptation of gambling in daily life.

He emphasized, "If you systematically manage the salary you receive during your military service, you can build a foundation for financial independence after discharge," and urged, "Be especially careful not to be exposed to risky investments through excessive borrowing or to financial crimes."

Governor Lee has been making significant efforts in financial education for military personnel. In March, he visited the 31st Infantry Division Recruit Training Battalion in Buk-gu, Gwangju to provide financial education, and now, about four months later, he has returned to educate military personnel once again.

In particular, as high-interest loans and illegal private financing for stock investment and online gambling have recently become widespread among soldiers, the financial authorities are focusing on preventive education and institutional improvements. The Financial Supervisory Service plans to implement a complete ban on loans to active-duty soldiers by lending companies as early as September.

Following Governor Lee's special lecture, one-on-one customized financial counseling was conducted by a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) from the Financial Supervisory Service.

A representative from the Financial Supervisory Service stated, "We will continue to provide systematic financial education to military personnel and make ongoing efforts to support their bright financial future."

Meanwhile, earlier that day, Governor Lee attended the launch ceremony of a youth talent development project held at the iM Bank 2nd Main Branch in Daegu, where he emphasized the role and importance of young talent in the financial industry in the era of AI transformation (AX).

Governor Lee remarked, "As the financial market is undergoing major changes due to AI transformation and stronger sustainability, it is essential to foster regionally based young talent to secure the competitiveness of future finance. I hope that young people will not only acquire innovative technologies such as AI, but also reflect on the role of finance in inclusive growth and the sustainable development of our economy."

Afterwards, together with Hwang Byungwoo, Chairman of iM Finance, Governor Lee visited Unicorn Lab and Fium Lab—spaces dedicated to nurturing ventures and startups in the Daegu region—where he held discussions with the CEOs of resident companies. During the meeting, Governor Lee listened to the challenges faced by ventures and startups and pledged support for the development of innovative products and services.

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