'Smart camp' system built at Hanbit Unit in South Sudan

The Army has unveiled a smart camp system at the Hanbit Unit's military base in South Sudan, aimed at bolstering the safety and efficiency of U.N. peacekeeping troops. This advanced technology-driven camp integrates various essential functions such as surveillance and facilities management through information and communications technology (ICT).

A ceremony to mark the establishment of this innovative camp was held on Tuesday, marking the first of its kind among U.N. peacekeeping bases globally, as per the Army. The implementation of smart camp technology is anticipated to bolster the safety and operational efficiency of peacekeeping troops while simultaneously minimizing environmental impact.

The South Korean government first proposed this smart camp model for U.N. peacekeeping operations during a peacekeeping ministerial conference in Seoul in 2021. Since then, the Army has implemented this project by selecting the Hanbit Unit as the pilot site. At the event, the Army demonstrated the key functionalities of the smart camp system.