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With an estimated market value of US$29 billion in 2012, South Korea has one of the largest defense industries in Asia. Furthermore, due to the threat from neighboring North Korea, South Korea’s defense expenditure is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period to value US$43.3 billion in 2017. The economic growth of the country, its military modernization plan and the planned reduction in the size of its defense workforce are also expected to increase the size of the industry between 2012 and 2017. In accordance with these plans, the defense budget allocation for capital expenditure is also projected to increase, with the majority of expenditure allocated for the country’s army and air force.

Nuclear threat from North Korea, reduction in personnel, acquisition of new technology, economic growth, and the reduction in reliance on imports is set to drive growth of defense expenditure. The South Korean economy recovered from the global financial crisis in 2008 and 2009, with economic growth in the first quarter of 2010 surpassing expectations. The perceived nuclear threat from North Korea has forced South Korea to advance its military capabilities to safeguard its national security. In addition, the South Korean government plans to significantly reduce its manpower during the forecast period in accordance with a decreasing male population and its Defense Reform Plan 2020.

South Korean Defense Expenditure (US$ Billion), 2008–2012

During the review period, the South Korean defense budget increased at a CAGR of 4.01% to value US$28.6 billion in 2011. Moreover, the South Korean defense budget it is expected to record a stronger CAGR of 7.11% during the forecast period to reach US$43.3 billion by 2017.

This contrast in defense spending is attributed to the change in dollar conversion value which is used in converting the local South Korean currency. Furthermore, the country has one of the largest defense expenditures in Southeast Asia and consistently features among the top 15 defense spenders in the world. Cumulatively, the country is anticipated to spend a total of US$189.7 billion on defense during the forecast period, including US$66.7 billion on the acquisition of military hardware and technology.

The South Korean Defense Industry to 2017

Published: July 2012                                                      No. of Pages: 157      
               
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• The report provides detailed analysis of the current industry size and growth expectations from 2013 to 2017, including highlights of key growth stimulators. It also benchmarks the industry against key global markets and provides a detailed understanding of emerging opportunities in specific areas.
• The report includes trend analysis of imports and exports, together with their implications and impact on the South Korean defense industry.
• The report covers five forces analysis to identify various power centers in the industry and how these are expected to develop in the future.
• The report allows readers to identify possible ways to enter the market, together with detailed descriptions of how existing companies have entered the market, including key contracts, alliances, and strategic initiatives.
• The report helps the reader to understand the competitive landscape of the defense industry in South Korea. It provides an overview of key defense companies, both domestic and foreign, together with insights such as key alliances, strategic initiatives, and a brief financial analysis.