The United States is set to establish a 5G mobile military network in Korea, fostering real-time information sharing during joint operations and reinforcing collaborative defense capabilities. As part of a strategic move, the U.S. seeks to strengthen military alliances by extending the 5G network to include Japan, Australia, and other Indo-Pacific allies.
The agreement between the U.S. and Korean governments delineates plans for the establishment of this network at the Combined Forces Command’s Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province. The parties are currently in the process of formulating a blueprint for the project, with intentions to commence implementation in the upcoming year. Notably, Osan Air Base holds strategic importance as a vital hub for advanced U.S. fighter jets and strategic weaponry, making it a key American installation in the region alongside Kadena Air Base in Okinawa.
Officials from both nations express the aspiration to expand the network to encompass other U.S. military bases on the Korean Peninsula. This initiative aligns with broader U.S. efforts to advance the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC21) concept, seeking to integrate sensors from diverse branches of the American armed forces into a unified, AI-powered network.
