President Moon Observes Test Launch of Independently Developed SLBM Submarine

SLBM Fired Underwater Hits Target... Weapon System Operated by Only Six Countries Worldwide Due to High Development Difficulty

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] President Moon Jae-in observed the submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) launch test conducted at the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) comprehensive test site on the 15th.

President Moon congratulated the fact that Korea's independently developed SLBM became the world's seventh to successfully complete a submarine launch test, passing a key milestone toward operational deployment. The SLBM was launched underwater from the Dosan Ahn Changho-class submarine (3,000-ton class), which was delivered to the Navy on August 13, and flew the planned range to accurately hit the target point.

The SLBM is a strategic asset with very high value because it can be operated covertly from submarines. Due to its high development difficulty, it is currently operated only by six countries worldwide, including the United States, Russia, and China.

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The Blue House explained, "Possessing the SLBM holds significant meaning in securing deterrence capabilities against all-directional threats and is expected to play a major role in future self-reliant defense and the establishment of peace on the Korean Peninsula."

On the same day, the aircraft separation test of the long-range air-to-ground missile to be mounted on the KF-21 Boramae was also successfully conducted. The long-range air-to-ground missile separated from the flying aircraft, deployed its wings, and flew stably to the target point, accurately striking the target.

President Moon was also briefed on the development results of missile forces, including high-power ballistic missiles and hypersonic cruise missiles, as well as the combustion test results of the solid propulsion engine for space launch vehicles.

Our military succeeded in developing hypersonic cruise missiles last year and is preparing for deployment. The hypersonic cruise missile is expected to become a core force that can strengthen the ability to deny access to maritime forces.

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