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This article argues including South Korea in AUKUS would enhance technological capabilities, strengthen partnerships, and increase Pacific security.

Summary

  1. South Korea's military tech surpasses Australia, rivals Britain.
  2. Advanced shipbuilding with indigenous submarine and destroyer programs.
  3. Robust cyber defence with AI-powered S-Goalkeeper system.
  4. KAMD system and missile development show military engineering expertise.
  5. Semiconductor manufacturing leadership useful for supply chain, economy.

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