Hong Nam-ki: "3,000 Semiconductor Master's and Doctoral Level Experts to be Trained Over 10 Years"

[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Ju-yeon] Hong Nam-ki, Acting Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister for Economy, responded on the afternoon of the 20th during the National Assembly plenary session's government questioning to Rep. Yang Hyang-ja of the Democratic Party, who asked about government-level measures for semiconductor talent development, stating, "We plan to train 3,000 master's and doctoral-level talents over 10 years, starting with 958 this year."

Deputy Prime Minister Hong said, "There has been a high demand for semiconductor talent development," adding, "We plan to train 1,120 bachelor's-level talents over the next two years, with 520 this year and 600 next year."

He continued, "Additionally, since practical talents are needed on-site, we will train 1,560 individuals over two years," emphasizing, "While this is a short-term two-year plan, it is the nation's role to look ahead and supply the necessary talents." Regarding measures to prevent workforce outflow in advance, he stated, "There are separate controls such as mandatory confidentiality agreements for the resignation of core specialized personnel."

In response to Rep. Yang's question about the preparation status of each ministry to strengthen K-semiconductor competitiveness, Deputy Prime Minister Hong said, "Through the Big 3 Promotion Committee, ministers from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, the Ministry of Science and ICT, and the Ministry of SMEs and Startups are closely cooperating," adding, "Currently, this meeting body is focused on resolving difficulties in the semiconductor industry field and strengthening support." He further responded, "Although the three ministers are conducting this together, we will review it once again with a serious determination that it is being promoted almost nationally under the president's command."

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