The Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning (MSIP; ) was a ministry of the Government of South Korea. Its purpose is to set, manage, and evaluate science and technology policy, support scientific research and development, develop human resources, conduct R&D leading to the production and consumption of Atomic power, plan national informatization and information protection strategies, manage radio frequency bands, oversee the information and communications technology (ICT) industry, and operate Korea Post. Its headquarters we in Building #4 of the Gwacheon Government Complex in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province."Location Map ." () Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning. Retrieved on January 1, 2014. "Government Complex-Gwacheon, 47, Gwanmun-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do 427-700, KOREA"
Ministry of Science and ICT succeeds the ministry from 2017.
History
The creation of the ministry was announced in February 2013.Chang, J.S. "English names of government ministries finalized" Yonhap News March 28, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013. The ministry was created under a reorganization plan initiated by South Korean President Park Geun-hye in an effort to generate new sources of economic growth in the areas of science and information technology."Science & ICT ministry strives to create jobs, new industries" Korea IT Times April 22, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013.
The creation of the ministry was one of Park's core pledges during the 2013 campaign leading to her election.Shim, S. "(2nd LD) Rival parties reach agreement on gov't restructuring plan" "Yonhap News" March 17, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013.
The ministry dissolved in July 2017. Ministry of Science and ICT (과학기술정보통신부) succeeds the former ministry.
Leadership
Choi Mun-kee was the inaugural Minister of this Ministry. Later Choi Yanghee became the Minister of Science, ICT and Future Planning.Jun Ji-hye. "Choi quizzed over creative economy" "Korea Times" April 1, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013.Lee, Yoolim. "Growth Not Missile Threat Tops Park's South Korea Agenda" Bloomberg May 31, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013.Lee, Hansoo. "A Nifty Mobile Photography App Achieves International Recognition" Wall Street Journal June 5, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013. He was nominated by President Park Geun-hye.
Mandate & activities
Policies on new media, such as cable TV service operators, satellite channels and digital multimedia broadcasting, have been transferred to this ministry. The ministry is expected to contribute to the creation of about 410,000 jobs in these areas by the year 2017, including about 90,000 jobs in business start-ups.
The ministry will help drive the so-called national informatization project, which seeks to introduce technology into a variety of areas including traditional markets, agriculture, and small- and medium-sized businesses.
Awards
The ministry is responsible for awarding the Korea Science and Technology Award in conjunction with the Korean Federation of Science and Technology SocietiesKwon, Ji-youn. "SNU professors win national science award" Korea Times June 25, 2013. Retrieved on June 28, 2013. and the Korea Mobile App Award in conjunction with the MoneyToday publication.
Controversy
Naming Because the ministry not only took over from the former Ministry of Science and Technology, but also assumed responsibility for ICT from the Ministry of Information and Communication and control of Korea Post, some people worry that it has become bloated. Some others worry about its Korean name, as the Korean name translates directly to English as "Ministry of Future Creation and Science". Some scientists worry that it hints at Creationism.
Christianity bias In May 2013, a mission was created within the ministry, stating their purpose as "Becoming lead gospel on ministry, and change country for god". According to their business plan, they planned to evangelize one person every month, identifying Islam as a cult organization. People worry about the religious neutrality of public servants. A person in charge said "the business plan is just a document made by a member of the mission, and is not an official policy".
See also
Science and technology in South Korea Internet in South Korea KAIST National Science Museum
References
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