MSS Prepares Ulchi Exercise to Sustain SME Support
The “2026 Ulchi Exercise,” aimed at maintaining government functions and ensuring public safety in the event of a national emergency, will be conducted from Aug. 18 to 21. Ahead of the start of the drill, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups held a preparatory briefing session in a meeting room at the
The Ministry of SMEs and Startups in South Korea is preparing for the "2026 Ulchi Exercise," an annual drill aimed at maintaining government functions and public safety during national emergencies. The exercise, set to take place from August 18 to 21, will evaluate the ministry's readiness to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) even in the face of various modern security threats, such as cyberterrorism.
Prior to the commencement of the drill, the ministry held a preparatory briefing on August 10 with officials from its regional offices and affiliated institutions. Attendees, including First Vice Minister Noh Yong-seok, reviewed response plans, wartime transition procedures, and cooperation frameworks with related institutions. Discussions revolved around the implementation of the ministry's wartime preparedness plan, known as the "Chungmu Plan," with a particular focus on verifying the sustainability of its support system for SMEs.
Key training items for the exercise include emergency call-up drills for public officials, the establishment of wartime organizations and a comprehensive situation room, and relocation to reserve facilities. By conducting this drill involving 13 Regional Offices of SMEs and Startups and their affiliated institutions, the ministry aims to strengthen its crisis response capabilities and ensure a swift, organized response to any crisis situation.
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