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2024 - 10 - 2

When Monster Missiles Meet International Arms Deals: South Korea's Power Play!

Arms deals - Defense diplomacy - Hyunmoo-5 missile - Korean Peninsula tensions - Military parade - North Korea - Software engineers - South Korea

While South Korea flexes its military muscles, it’s also scoring international arms deals—what’s happening? Let's find out!

As Moscow's ongoing conflict in Ukraine complicates arms sales for Russia, South Korea finds itself in a prime position to attract global military buyers. Alongside France and Italy, the South Korean defense sector is ramping up its diplomatic efforts to secure lucrative arms deals, vying for attention in a market where Russian exports are shrinking. This shift marks a significant opportunity for South Korea to showcase its innovative weaponry to potential clients looking for reliable alternatives in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.

During the recent Armed Forces Day ceremony, South Korea proudly unveiled its most advanced ballistic missile, lauded for its capability to target North Korea effectively. Dubbed the 'monster missile,' the Hyunmoo-5 has a striking capacity, reportedly comparable to nuclear arms, designed specifically to penetrate fortified North Korean bunkers. This impressive display of military might was complemented by a flypast from a U.S. B-1B bomber, symbolizing the strong alliance between South Korea and the United States, and serving as a powerful warning to Pyongyang.

As tensions with North Korea remain high, the South Korean president issued a stark message declaring that any nuclear aggression would spell the end of Kim Jong Un's regime. This declaration not only underscores the seriousness with which South Korea approaches its security but also reveals a calculated stance as they position themselves as a key player in regional stability. Despite the intense military posturing, South Korea is simultaneously pursuing diplomatic channels to enhance its defense portfolio while reinforcing its strategic partnerships internationally.

In addition to military advancements, South Korea's software engineers are gaining traction abroad, particularly in Japan, where their swift coding skills are highly sought after. This growing demand highlights the dynamic nature of South Korean technology and talent, paving the way for deeper collaboration in tech and defense. Meanwhile, with Europe looking to South Korea for partnership in defense, we can expect an intriguing future as these continents forge new paths in military diplomacy.

Did you know that the Hyunmoo-5 can carry an incredible eight-ton warhead? This makes it one of the most formidable weapons in the region! Also, recent reports indicate that South Korean defense exports have soared by nearly 20% since last year, proving that the world is taking notice of their military innovation and expertise!

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South Korea, France, Italy hunt for arms deals as Russian exports fall (Nikkei Asia)

SEOUL -- As Moscow's war in Ukraine squeezes Russian arms exports, South Korea, France and Italy are rushing to court buyers exploring alternativ.

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South Korea unveils its most powerful missile (台北時報)

South Korea yesterday unveiled its most powerful ballistic missile and other weapons that could target North Korea during a massive Armed Forces Day ...

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South Korea military parade includes 'monster missile' and U.S. ... (NBC News)

South Korea featured a flypast of a U.S. bomber at military parades in Seoul, a show of force meant to signal readiness to respond to North Korean threats.

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South Korea Unveils Its Most Powerful Missile, Which Could Reach ... (Military.com)

South Korea unveiled its most powerful ballistic missile and other weapons targeting North Korea during a massive Armed Forces Day ceremony.

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South Korea's speedy software engineers in high demand in Japan (Nikkei Asia)

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South Korean president warns North of 'regime end' if it uses nukes (CNA)

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South Korea shows off arsenal during Seoul parade as Pyongyang ... (Stars and Stripes)

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K-defence diplomacy: South Korea's pivot to Europe (Observer Research Foundation)

South Korea strengthens defence ties with Europe, filling supply gaps and emerging as a trusted partner amid rising geopolitical challenges.

South Korea unveils missile that can hit the North's bunkers (Radio Free Asia)

Dubbed the 'monster missile,' the Hyunmoo-5 is reported to have capacity comparable to that of a nuclear weapon.

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SKorea bares most powerful missile, warns NKorea (The Manila Times)

(UPDATE) SEOUL — South Korea unveiled its most powerful ballistic missile and other weapons targeting North Korea during a massive Armed Forces Day ceremony ...

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South Korea unveils 'monster missile' at revived annual military ... (Reuters)

South Korea showcased a ballistic missile capable of carrying an eight-ton warhead and featured a flypast of a U.S. bomber at military parades in Seoul on ...

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South Korea displays new Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile (Jane's)

South Korea displayed its Hyunmoo-5 surface-to-surface ballistic missile for the first time at a parade to mark the country's Armed Forces Day on 1 October.

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S Korea's Hyunmoo-5 'monster missile' takes centre stage at military ... (Aljazeera.com)

South Korea's president revived the now annual parade to signal the country's readiness to respond to N Korean threats.

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South Korea Unveils Missile That Can Hit The North's Bunkers (Eurasia Review)

Dubbed the “monster missile,” reflecting a destructive capacity that South Korean media says is comparable to that of a nuclear weapon, the Hyunmoo-5 can carry ...

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South Korea unveils its most powerful missile, which could reach ... (The Associated Press)

“The North Korean regime must abandon the delusion that nuclear weapons will protect them,” Yoon said. Image. South ...

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South Korea sends Kim's North a new nuclear warning (Newsweek)

South Korea said it and the U.S. will respond resolutely and overwhelmingly to any use of nuclear weapons by the North.

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S. Korea seals deal with Poland to purchase suicide drones (Korea Times)

South Korean and Polish officials pose during a signing ceremony for South Korea's purchase of Warmate drones during the Korea Army International Defense ...

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South Korea Flexes 'Monster Missile' in Military Parade, Warns North ... (The Defense Post)

South Korea presented its Hyunmoo-5 missile to the public for the first time at its 76th Annual Armed Forces Day parade held in Seoul.

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KAI and Saab sign pact for South Korean AEW&C requirement (Flightglobal)

Saab and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) related to South Korea's requirement for a new airborne early ...

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South Korea Unveils Hyunmoo-5 Conventional Ballistic Missile ... (Aviation Week)

The South Korean military has publicly unveiled the Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile which it claims is the world's largest ballistic missile armed with a ...

Learning from South Korea's transformation (Manila Bulletin)

The transformation of South Korea is a testament to its resilience, strategic planning, and social mobilization. It involved a complex mix of historical forces, ...

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South Korea's Yoon, Japan's Ishiba to meet on sidelines of ASEAN ... (Reuters)

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will hold a meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit which will be ...

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South Korea's Yoon and Japan's Ishiba agree to continue 'shuttle ... (The Japan Times)

In his first phone call with the South Korean leader, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stressed the importance of the two countries' maintaining close ...

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South Korea's Yoon, Japan's Ishiba agree united response needed ... (Voice of America)

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol held his first telephone call with Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday and agreed a united response ...

South Korean president to visit PH next week (Manila Bulletin)

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