Issue Korea's quantum R&D push against future security threats

Summary

The report lists quantum hacking and similar threats as a social issue of the quantum trend, since quantum computers could break today's encryption. Korea's first policy direction is to expand research investment centred on next-generation security such as post-quantum cryptography that can withstand quantum attacks. The second is research that combines AI and quantum capabilities to solve national social and industrial challenges, alongside a strategy to develop a domestic quantum computer early and foster quantum-using companies. The third is to respond pre-emptively to data security and ethical dilemmas and to establish AI governance. The plan also aims to build institutional and operational foundations that allow innovation to proceed safely.