South Korean Science and ICT Minister: China's AI Capabilities Could Outstrip Those of the US; Plans to Bolster Infrastructure for Competitive Advantage
2025-12-18 / Read about 0 minute
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On December 18, Bae Kyung-hoon, South Korea's Minister of Science and ICT, spoke at a symposium organized by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He posited that China might emerge as an even more formidable AI rival than the United States. Bae underscored the necessity for South Korea to ramp up its AI infrastructure and invest heavily in technological research and development to carve out a dominant market niche in the fiercely competitive global AI landscape. This year, through the expansion of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, South Korea has successfully lured investments from international tech behemoths, paving the way for its ascent to the ranks of the world's top three AI powers.