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- South Korea's Defense Ministry launched the "500,000 Drone Warriors" initiative to enhance drone training for soldiers.
- The program aims to equip all conscripts with drone piloting skills, improving combat effectiveness.
- A budget of 20.5 billion won ($15 million) will fund over 11,000 commercial drones for training.
- The Army's 36th Infantry Division in Wonju will serve as the first test unit.
- This initiative aligns with global trends in unmanned warfare, amid rising regional military competition with North Korea.
