Accepting Ideas to Strengthen Public Security Capabilities Using Science and Technology

The police flag of the Seoul Seodaemun-gu Police Agency is fluttering in the wind. Photo by Hyunmin Kim kimhyun81@

[Asia Economy Reporter Seongpil Cho] The National Police Agency announced on the 24th that it will hold the '8th Science and Security Idea Contest' in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and ICT. The contest seeks ideas that can strengthen security on the ground through science and technology and enhance public safety and convenience. It has been held annually since the two ministries signed a memorandum of understanding in 2015.

Ideas for the contest are accepted in two categories: 'Solutions' and 'Problem Proposals.' Problem proposals do not require direct scientific solutions but should present urgent issues that need to be addressed to ensure public safety or resolve inconveniences. Solutions must include scientific and technological methods to address the issues. Participants may submit multiple entries. The submission period is from the 25th to the 31st of next month.

Awards will be given for solution ideas in two categories: the public and police officers. Eight outstanding ideas from each category, totaling 16, will receive certificates and prize money. The proposed ideas will be utilized for establishing science-based security policies and planning new research and development (R&D) projects.

An official from the National Police Agency stated, "To proactively and preventively respond to the rapidly changing future society, it is essential to gather wisdom not only from police officers but also from the public," adding, "We hope many people participate and submit good ideas to ensure public safety and strengthen security capabilities."

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