Yoon "Promote Elite Reserve Forces... Realize Realistic Compensation for Reservists"

Celebration on the 55th Reserve Forces Day... "Expansion and Operation of the Non-Active Reserve Forces System"

President Yoon Suk-yeol stated on the 7th, "We will steadily promote the elite formation of not only the standing forces but also the reserve forces."

On the occasion of the 55th Reserve Forces Day, President Yoon delivered a congratulatory message saying, "Thanks to your efforts and dedication, our Republic of Korea has been able to achieve its current economic growth by developing liberal democracy based on strong security," and mentioned this government plan.

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In particular, President Yoon emphasized, "The government will steadily promote the elite formation of not only the standing forces but also the reserve forces to prepare for the decrease in military manpower resources due to demographic changes." He added, "We will reinforce the weapon systems of mobilization units to the level of standing units and expand the operation of the non-active reserve system," and further explained, "We will establish a scientific reserve training system and improve training conditions by realizing reserve compensation."

Earlier, in July last year, on the occasion of the 11th Information Security Day, President Yoon mentioned the scientific operation system of the reserve forces. At that time, he proposed diversifying the security system by stating, "We will also establish a cyber reserve force to strengthen the joint cyber response capabilities of the public and private sectors in preparation for emergencies."

Meanwhile, the Ministry of National Defense announced that commemorative events will be held nationwide in metropolitan local governments and military circles to mark the 55th Reserve Forces Day. At the ceremony, 24 organizations and 281 individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of reserve force operations will receive awards. The Presidential Unit Citation will be awarded to the Army's 3rd Corps and the 17th Infantry Division, among others.

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