South Korea is advancing specialized AI foundation models in medical and bio sectors.
Lunit and KAIST consortia have achieved high benchmark results and continue to receive GPU support.
The second phase of development runs from April 1 to September 9, 2024.
The South Korean government has introduced a KRW 26.2 trillion supplementary budget for 2026.
This policy aims to ease high oil price burdens, support vulnerable groups, and stabilize affected industries.
The budget was approved on March 31, 2026, and submitted to the National Assembly for implementation.
South Korea has expanded its network of rare disease specialist institutions to address regional healthcare gaps.
The addition of centers in Gwangju and Ulsan increases nationwide coverage to 19 facilities.
This change was implemented in March 2024 and aims for balanced access by 2027.
The Korean government has established the Fifth Basic Plan for the Sustainable Use of Dokdo.
This plan introduces five strategic areas, including science, safety, environment, education, and future capacity.
The first Dokdo Sustainable Use Committee will convene in 2026, marking the start of implementation.
South Korea has finalized the Fifth Basic Plan for the Sustainable Use of Dokdo.
The plan outlines five strategic areas, increased funding, and interagency cooperation.
Implementation begins with 65 projects in 2026, backed by 1,420 billion KRW.
The Korea Disease Control Agency has established updated diagnostic reference levels for fluoroscopic radiography.
These new standards aim to optimize radiation doses and improve patient safety during medical imaging procedures.
The revised levels are set for implementation in 2026, reflecting changes since 2021.