According to DIGITIMES Research's studies, the K-Network 2030 strategy allotted a KRW625.3 billion (about US$500 million) budget for 6G mobile communication technology research and development from 2024 through 2028.
Moreover, in an effort to secure its leadership in next-generation network communication technologies, South Korea also plans to develop satellite communication with a focus on low Earth orbit (LEO) technologies and quantum communication that can enhance data security.
Compared to former president Moon Jae-in's 6G R&D implementation plan, released in 2020, the K-Network 2030 strategy has tripled the budget for 6G development while broadening the research scope.
Table 1: Conceptual map of South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy
Table 2: Three major goals of South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy
Table 3: South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy 6G R&D modification
Table 4: New topics in 6G development for South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy
Table 5: Performance expansion topics in 6G development for South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy
Table 6: South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy: Satellite communication plans
Table 7: South Korea K-Network 2030 strategy: Quantum communication plans
