Core Insights - South Korea aims to become one of the top three countries in the global artificial intelligence (AI) sector by 2030, as outlined in its "New Government Economic Growth Strategy" released in August 2023 [1] - The country has launched an "AI National Strategy Plan" focusing on infrastructure development and establishing a national AI computing center, with a target of achieving over 60% self-sufficiency in domestic AI technology by 2030 [1] - Despite these ambitions, South Korea faces challenges in its AI development, ranking 7th in 36 AI-related indicators according to Stanford's "Global AI Vitality Tool" and 15th in the IMF's 2023 AI readiness index [1] Group 1: Challenges in AI Development - South Korea faces a contradiction between developing "sovereign AI" that is culturally and linguistically relevant and the need to integrate into the global AI ecosystem [2] - The reliance on English-centric AI models has led to difficulties in accurately processing the Korean language, raising concerns about cultural sovereignty and data security [2] - A "dual-track strategy" is recommended, focusing on building local AI capabilities while also engaging with international foundational models to avoid technological isolation [2] Group 2: Bridging Technology Gaps - South Korea's ambition to create an independent AI technology ecosystem is complicated by its current dependence on Chinese and American technology [2] - A "China-U.S. technology bridging" strategy is proposed, which includes three main approaches: aligning with Chinese application scenarios, establishing cross-border data management centers, and developing compatible computing chip systems [3] - Collaborations with Chinese companies and leveraging existing medical data for AI applications are highlighted as potential pathways to mitigate direct competition [3] Group 3: International Cooperation - Recent bilateral talks between South Korea and China have led to an agreement to explore cooperation in emerging fields such as AI, biopharmaceuticals, and green industries [4] - Establishing a "hardware-standard-ecosystem" three-dimensional cooperation network between China, the U.S., and South Korea is seen as crucial for South Korea's AI industry development [4] - The success of South Korea in becoming a "technology bridge" in the global AI supply chain will depend on its ability to maintain technological independence while navigating geopolitical risks [4]