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Geopolitics of ICT Standardisation with a focus on the Republic of Korea

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The StandICT.eu Standards Training Academy, in collaboration with INSTAR, hosted a webinar on the Republic of Korea's standardisation strategies in ICT on 15 April 2025 from 9:00 to 10:30 CEST (16:00 – 17:30 Korea Standard Time). For decades, the Republic of Korea has been a well-established and strong player in international standardisation, particularly in ICT. This is clearly reflected in the patent applications of its major multinationals and their declared standard-essential patents. The webinar provided an update on the Republic of Korea's ICT standardisation strategy and activities, offering a comprehensive overview of its approach to standardisation in the sector. The first part of the discussion explored the opportunities and challenges faced by Korea and its key actors in international standardisation, also considering the impact of current geopolitical tensions. The second part focused on the implications for the EU, identifying areas for enhanced collaboration, potential joint efforts for mutual benefit, and strategies to address global challenges.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15422653

Authors: Kihun KIM, Kyoung Seok Oh, Mi-jin Kim, Knut Blind

Institutions: Yonsei University, Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research, Technische Universität Berlin

Language: English

Topic: Digital Platforms and Economics

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Partnerships for the goals, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Commission