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South Korea Will Invest $2.1 Billion To Boost Defense Exports

South Korea will invest $2.1 billion to boost defense exports, which did not meet a government target in 2024 and could be adversely impacted by the country’s political turmoil.

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South Korea plans to invest 3 trillion won ($2.1 billion) to boost defense exports, which underperformed in a 2024 government forecast and must rise significantly for the country to reach its goal of becoming the world’s No. 4 arms exporter in 2027. Seoul sought to export $20 billion in arms last...
Matthew Fulco

Matthew Fulco is Business Editor for Aviation Week, focusing on commercial aerospace and defense.

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