The government announced a large-scale AI talent development policy to support education and training for over 1 million people across all age groups over the next five years.
The Ministry of Employment and Labor outlined plans including upgrading KDT programs, customized AI training for SMEs, and re-employment support for middle-aged workers at various stages of the labor market.
To strengthen the AI training infrastructure, the government will establish AI training centers, expand practical labs, and launch instructor development programs to build a sustainable ecosystem.

The government has decided to flexibly adjust foreign exchange soundness measures to address structural supply-demand imbalances in the forex market.
Included are temporary relief from advanced foreign currency liquidity stress tests, relaxed futures foreign exchange position rules, and expanded permission for won-purpose foreign currency loans.
It also plans to boost foreign investment through enhanced foreign investor unified accounts and clearer professional investor status for overseas-listed foreign firms.

The Fair Trade Commission has revised and implemented new standards for penalty fees related to restaurant no-shows and wedding venue cancellations.
The penalty cap is set at 40% of total cost for reservation-based restaurants and 20% for general restaurants, with wedding venue penalties tiered up to 70% based on cancellation timing.
Standards for lodging, travel, and other sectors have also been updated, including new dispute resolution criteria for study cafes.

President Lee Jae-myung emphasized the military’s core responsibilities during a defense ministry briefing on the 18th.
He commended the military’s loyalty and stability following the December 3 martial law incident.
He also stressed the need for greater compensation for veterans and their families who sacrificed for the nation.

The ‘Social Disaster Management Act’ aims to strengthen prevention, preparation, response, and recovery systems for large-scale disasters.
It includes provisions for special preventive measures in high-risk areas, establishment of early warning systems, and authority for emergency actions like crowd dispersal.
The law also enhances integrated response mechanisms and improves existing disaster management regulations.

The Defense Ministry is advancing reforms to strengthen democratic control and reorganize military intelligence agencies to rebuild a ‘people’s military’.
It plans to enhance the Korea-specific three-axis system, train 500,000 drone operators, and build nuclear-powered submarines based on advanced technologies.
Key issues such as wartime operational control transfer, return of U.S. military bases, and restoration of the 9·19 military agreement are also being pursued.