EU and South Korea to make a new Horizon Europe partnership

Embracing an era of innovation, the European Commission and South Korea are engaged in talks to establish a new Horizon Europe Partnership to unlock a new and innovative future

Opening new doors of opportunity, the successful talks on the Europe Horizon Partnership could unlock access to EU grants for Korean scientists and innovators.

The exciting announcement emerged from a high-level meeting in Seoul, where South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Council President Charles Michel gathered.

Von der Leyen expressed her thoughts on the news, “We will get our brilliant minds to work together on the technologies of tomorrow as part of the Europe Horizon Partnership.”

Next-level collaboration: Horizon Europe talks and a green partnership sealed

A larger collaboration programme that includes fresh agreements in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, energy, the bioeconomy, and microelectronics is what has led to the progress in the Horizon Europe negotiations.

The two parties declared on Monday that they would begin a green partnership with the common objective of addressing the urgent problem of climate change.

The declaration emphasised their commitment to stepping up their collaboration in the development and promotion of safe and sustainable technologies that aid in the shift to a low-carbon future.

Unleashing potential in the semiconductor industry through research, regulations, and education

In order to support the adaptability of supply chains in the semiconductor industry, the EU and South Korea will look into creating a shared structure.

This will likely involve working together on cutting-edge chip research projects.

In addition, both parties will collaborate on establishing shared regulations to address the potential misuse of emerging and disruptive technologies.

This collaborative endeavour includes defining guidelines for the utilization of artificial intelligence in military contexts.

To add the finishing touch, an accord has been reached to enhance collaboration in the realm of higher education, fostering closer ties between universities and research institutes through programs such as Erasmus+ and other similar initiatives.

International cooperation within the scientific community

South Korea has revealed its progress towards joining Horizon Europe, a programme of the European Union (EU) intended to improve international cooperation in science and innovation.

The EU’s dedication to international cooperation in science and innovation is demonstrated by South Korea’s advancement towards being an associated member of Horizon Europe.

This move supports the EU’s goal of including nations from all across the world in this endeavour.