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제3차 신안보포럼(WESF) 개회사(12.5)
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Opening Remarks by H.E. Park Jin
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Republic of Korea
The 3rd World Emerging Security Forum
(December 5, 2023)
Good morning.
I am Park Jin,
Foreign Minister
of the Republic of Korea.
It is a great pleasure to welcome you
all to the 2023 World Emerging Security Forum.
We extend our sincere gratitude
to the Center for New American Security, CNAS, and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, KAIST.
In particular, CNAS has emerged as
one of the world’s premier think tanks specialized in foreign policy and national security issues.
Under the leadership of Mr. Richard Fontaine,
CEO of CNAS, and Dr. Paul Scharre(샤레이),
Executive Vice President and Director of Studies,
The organization has demonstrated
exceptional policy insights.
Their invaluable partnership
has played a crucial role
in convening this conference.
Today, we are honored to be in the company of distinguished speakers,
including the former Secretary General
of the United Nations Honorable Ban Ki-moon
who will give a keynote speech today,
whose insights are indispensable
as we confront the multifaceted security threats
of our time.
The world we face is strained by
escalating geopolitical tensions
that are reshaping the international order
in unprecedented ways.
And the breakneck pace of
technological innovation adds
new layers of complexity
to this global security landscape.
In fact, we stand at the threshold of
another transformative era,
where emerging technologies,
especially artificial intelligence,
compel us to reconsider
the traditional security paradigms.
The exponential growth of AI
and digital technology is
unlocking unprecedented opportunities
for growth and prosperity.
Yet, this rapid technological evolution
also presents formidable challenges
that require strategic responses.
The prospect of AI's militarization,
the perils of widespread surveillance,
and the disruptive potential of deepfakes
pose significant threats.
AI-driven social media platforms
have become conduits for hate speech,
misinformation, and conspiracy theories.
This is eroding the tenets of democracy
and inciting conflict and violence.
Incidents of cybersecurity violations,
data breaches, and attacks on critical infrastructure are also on the rise.
The reported appropriation of $1.7 billion
in cryptocurrency by North Korea last year
to fund their nuclear aspirations
underscores the urgency of our discussions.
It is therefore critical that
the governance of these emerging technologies
evolves as swiftly as the technologies themselves.
We must harness their potential
while effectively managing the associated risks.
This crucial mission demands
an unprecedented level of international cooperation.
Governments, the private sector, civil society,
and international organizations
must unite and forge a common path forward.
Korea, aspiring to be a Global Pivotal State,
or GPS in short, is committed to
spearheading these essential efforts.
The launch of the World Emerging Security Forum
is a testament to our dedication.
As a multi-stakeholder platform,
the Forum aims to raise awareness of
emerging security threats, and facilitate partnerships to address these challenges collectively.
Looking ahead,
Korea will host a series of conferences on AI next year.
In collaboration with the United Kingdom,
we will host a virtual AI Safety Summit.
Additionally, we will organize the second Summit
on Responsible Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain, or REAIM in short,
in partnership with the Netherlands.
Korea also has a capacity to
lead the international discourse on AI,
and Korea is ranked sixth in terms of Global AI Index. Korea is a third country with most AI-related patent, following the United States and China.
Simultaneously, we are determined
to bridge the digital divide,
ensuring that the benefits of digital advancements reach all.
Our plan to increase the Official Development Assistance, ODA, by 40 percent increase next year underlines this commitment.
We are also eager to work closely
with the UN's High-Level Advisory Body on AI
to develop a comprehensive AI governance framework.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The significance of the third Forum today is
further highlighted by Korea's upcoming tenure
on the UN Security Council
starting January 1st next year.
During our term, we aim to integrate
the multifaceted effects of emerging technologies,
including cyber threats,
into the deliberations of the Council.
With that, I look forward to
an enlightening discussion today.
Once again I thank you, Mr. Richard Fontaine, for contributing to this conference,
and the special keynote speech
by the former Secretary General Ban Ki-moon
of the United Nations.
Let me close by expressing my gratitude once again for your participation today,
including CNAS and members of KAIST.
Thank you. 감사합니다. /END/