• Convergence Security Journal
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• v.18 no.4
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• pp.45-52
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• 2018

As the era of the 4th Industrial Revolution has progressed and the information and communication technologies have developed dramatically, the cyber threats will gradually become more intelligent and sophisticated. Therefore, in order to take systematic and prompt action in case of an accident while preparing measures against the threat, the role of intelligence agency is important. However, Korea is having difficulty in responding to the threats due to the lack of support for the national cybersecurity bill or the amendment bill of the National Intelligence Service. In this paper, I examine the cybersecurity function of the intelligence agency, the recent debate trends, and implications for the role of intelligence agency in our current situation. And then I intend to suggest some measures such as concentration on information gathering and analysis, enhancement of cyber threat prediction and response capacity, and strengthening of legal basis as a way to establish the role of intelligence agency for reinforcement of cybersecurity performance system.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.10 no.4
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• pp.457-465
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• 2024

In the 21st century, the global security environment has undergone rapid changes, presenting South Korea with complex security dilemmas. This study aims to explore a new national security strategy for South Korea through the implementation of 'Positive Peace.' Based on Johan Galtung's concept of 'Positive Peace,' the study proposes a comprehensive approach to build sustainable peace by redesigning the peace process on the Korean Peninsula, establishing a multilateral security cooperation framework in Northeast Asia, expanding global peace contributions, promoting domestic social integration, and spreading a culture of peace. To realize these goals, the study discusses the need to redefine the role of the military, reallocate defense budgets, introduce the concept of a peace dividend, promote the peaceful use of science and technology, and legislate for the realization of the right to peace. The implementation of a 'Positive Peace' strategy aims to transform South Korea into a leading nation in peace, contributing to the peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula, Northeast Asia, and the global community.

• Journal of Energy Engineering
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• v.23 no.2
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• pp.93-101
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• 2014

How to determine the extent of national energy security? In this paper, we estimate it by comparative analysis of South Korea and other OECD countries in terms of energy diversity (fuel diversity). Energy security consists of 4 key factors such as availability, accessibility, acceptability, affordability. Especially the importance of accessibility can grow as local imbalance of supply and demand increases. As a proxy of the accessibility, fuel diversity can be a significant indicator to estimate a measure of energy security. In this paper, we use Shannon-Wiener index to measure energy diversity. If fuel diversity increases, the stability of energy security also should increase, because of the smoothing effect to lessen dependence on key energy sources. In 2012 Korean growth rate of H-index (energy diversity) is 18.38%, which is higher than other OECD countries. However, Korean H-index itself is 1.93, lesser than other countries. Shift from oil to coals/gas within fossil fuels has more impact on H-index than weight transition from fossil fuels to renewable energies in Korea. We conclude that more renewable energy is an effective solution to achieve higher energy diversity and ultimately higher energy security as the same as the German case.

• Journal of International Area Studies (JIAS)
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• v.13 no.4
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• pp.129-154
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• 2010

In Post-soviet Space, particularly the Central Asian is a great turbulence region called the 'Eurasian Balkan', where diverse factors of conflict and dispute are existed. In Central Asia, a current regional security system is characterized by various multilateral cooperation relations among Central Asian nations and the world powers, such as NATO(PfP), OSCE, CIS, CSTO, CACO, SCO, CICA and so on. But nothing could obtain superiority as pan-regional security system. Unless internal problems and conflicts of the Central Asian nations be solved, security won't be assured in this region. Narrow-minded and blind realism will spread insecure region, make a lasting trouble spot in Eurasian continent. The purpose of this article is to explore significance for international relations of security system in the Central Asia. I examine general features of regional security environment formed after the Soviet Union's collapse, characteristics of multilateral cooperation related with Central Asian nations. Through consideration current situations I suggest prospects of security system in Central Asia.

• Maritime Security
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• v.4 no.1
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• pp.1-56
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• 2022

Why has India become a key actor in the maritime-configured Indo-Pacific region? There are some external factors, but for India, its geo-strategic frontier encompassing its geopolitical and maritime interests is expanding rapidly beyond its territorial space across both the Indian and Pacific oceans amidst an increasingly arduous geopolitical and security environment. India must, therefore, acquire the ability to influence events within this strategic arena using all facets of national power, including maritime-military power. Lately, therefore, New Delhi has invested much intellectual capital to review its maritime-security strategy. India's new strategy is premised on the concept of holistic security involving the 'softer' aspects of maritime-security, and a rekindling of maritime consciousness in India, a nation that has traditionally been beset by 'sea-blindness'. The strategy adopts a region-wide, inclusive, and a more proactive approach than hitherto, as is evident in its title 'Ensuring Secure Seas: Indian Maritime Security Strategy'. While it deals with the growing concern of new non-traditional threats in the Indian littoral and the need for military deterrence and preparedness, it also addresses the imperatives for India to seek a favorable and rules-based benign environment in its immediate and extended maritime periphery, including through multi-vectored strategic partnerships dictated by its enduring principle of strategic autonomy. For a more profound and comprehensive understanding of India's maritime-security strategy, this paper examines the key unstated and implicit factors that underpin the strategy. These include India's historical and cultural evolution as a nation; its strategic geography; its geopolitical and security perceptions; and the political directions to its security forces. The paper deals specifically with India's response to maritime threats ranging from natural disasters, crime and state-sponsored terrorism to those posed by Pakistan and China, as well as the Indian Navy's envisaged security role East of the Malacca Straits. It also analyzes the aspects of organizational restructuring and force planning of India's maritime-security forces.

• Defense and Technology
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• no.5 s.207
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• pp.14-25
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• 1996

한국에서 궁극적으로 큰 안보위험이 될 수 있는 중국이 최근의 군비증강을 통해 공중 및 해상방위 능력을 강화하고 있다는 점은 매우 시사적이다. 한국은 중국의 군사력 증강과 수반되어 나타나고 있는 외부 세력과의 직접적인 군사력 충돌에 대비한 적절한 조치를 강구하여야 할 것이며, 이와 함께 이러한 충돌의 가능성을 사전에 줄여나가는 것도 매우 중요하다.

• The Science & Technology
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• v.35 no.6 s.397
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• pp.47-76
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• 2002

[과학기술과 전쟁사] "과학기술력 있는 국가가 역사의 주인공"/ [로봇- 무인병기] 첨단로봇이 전략전술도 바꾼다/[항공우주전] 민간 피해 안주는 우주전 실현/[원자력-핵무기]핵무기 보유는 국가안보의 잣대/[정보화전] 빛의 속도로 전개되는 사이버테러/[해양전] '바다의 안보' 장악하는 이지스함/[생화학 무기] 생화학은 가난한 나라의 핵무기/[과학기술과 미래전쟁] 미래전쟁은 기계들의 전투

• Defense and Technology
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• no.1 s.239
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• pp.40-51
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• 1999

우리군은 현재의 북한 위협뿐만 아니라 미래의 불확실한 위협에도 동시에 대비해야 하는 이중적 과제를 안고 있다. 첨단 군사 과학기술의 발전과 최근 주변국의 군사혁신 추세를 감안할 때, 미래 안보환경에 신축적으로 대응할 수 있도록 핵심전력 위주의 군사력 건설을 통하여 '작지만 강한 군대'를 실현해야 한다

• Defense and Technology
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• no.7 s.197
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• pp.66-79
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• 1995

지난 5월 12일에서 18일까지 4차 함상토론회가 독도 및 울릉도 해상의 천지함에서 개최되었다. 이날 토론회에서 21세기 동북아 안보와 해양안보 정세를 전망하고 유엔해양법 발효에 따른 주변국의 해양정책 변화 가능성을 분석하여 장차 한국의 해양권익을 보호하기 위한 방안을 모색해 보았다. 이에 주제발표와 열띤 토론으로 진행된 내용을 순서대로 요약해 보았다.

• Journal of National Security and Military Science
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• s.9
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• pp.1-139
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• 2011