Key facts
- South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) officially launched its AI Diplomacy Division on February 25.
- The division will focus on formulating and advancing Korea's AI diplomatic strategy.
- Key objectives include fostering bilateral AI partnerships and participating in multilateral AI dialogues.
- MOFA is also implementing a three-year "Intelligent Diplomatic and Security Data Platform Project" to build an AI system for diplomatic functions.
- LG CNS Co., Ltd. is the main contractor for the AI platform project, which aims to enhance diplomatic competitiveness.
South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has officially launched an AI Diplomacy Division, recognizing artificial intelligence as a transformative force in international affairs. The division, established as a temporary unit, aims to proactively address AI-related issues impacting economic growth and national security.
MOFA's initiative follows its hosting of significant AI-focused global forums, including the Summit for Democracy and the AI Seoul Summit last year, highlighting Korea's role in shaping AI governance discourse. The new division will be crucial in formulating and advancing South Korea's AI diplomatic strategy, fostering bilateral partnerships with key nations like the United States, and engaging in multilateral dialogues within organizations such as the UN, G20/G7, OECD, and APEC.
In parallel, MOFA is embarking on a three-year "Intelligent Diplomatic and Security Data Platform Project" to develop an AI system specifically for diplomatic functions. This project, with LG CNS Co., Ltd. as the main contractor, aims to enhance diplomatic competitiveness by introducing AI for task efficiency, strategic decision-making, and public engagement. The system will be built on a secure private cloud environment, with future phases potentially integrating with larger government-wide AI systems.
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