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This article argues including South Korea in AUKUS would enhance technological capabilities, strengthen partnerships, and increase Pacific security.Summary
- South Korea's military tech surpasses Australia, rivals Britain.
- Advanced shipbuilding with indigenous submarine and destroyer programs.
- Robust cyber defence with AI-powered S-Goalkeeper system.
- KAMD system and missile development show military engineering expertise.
- Semiconductor manufacturing leadership useful for supply chain, economy.