JAKARTA - The South Korean and French governments signed a new agreement on Friday, April 3, 2026. Both promised to expand cooperation in the science sector, especially in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
This important agreement was agreed upon during a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron. The meeting was held in Seoul and was attended by Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon, as well as Philippe Baptiste, a representative from France.
In the joint committee meeting, both parties agreed that AI and quantum computing are the main pillars of strategic technology. They are committed to aligning research in order to face increasingly tight technological competition at the international level.
A number of leading educational and research institutions such as KAIST have signed memorandums of understanding with the French side. This collaboration aims to facilitate the exchange of researchers as well as the periodic sharing of technical knowledge.
The two countries also discussed strategies for developing the AI industry to strengthen their digital economies. The South Korean AI Security Institute proposed the establishment of a special communication channel with France's leading digital research institute.
"South Korea will work closely with France in the era of strategic science and technology to lead the global competition," Kyung-hoon said in a statement, quoted through Yonhap News on Thursday, April 9.
Macron's two-day visit to South Korea is one of the efforts to deepen bilateral relations between the two countries. The long-term partnership between the two, especially in the field of technology, is expected to bring about new breakthroughs in the future.
South Korea and France's cooperation not only includes basic research, but also the practical implementation of quantum technology in real industries. They also focus on AI security so that the use of technology can run responsibly and safely.
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