A successful conference was held at Seoul National University of Science and Technology focusing on new government policies for public institutions and the transformation shaped by AI, attended by over 200 participants from various sectors.
On February 26, the Korea Public Enterprise Association and the National Management Research Institute co-hosted the 'Spring Academic Conference 2026 - New Government Policies for Public Institutions and AI Transformation' at the Cube Hall of Seoul National University of Science and Technology. The conference drew over 200 attendees from public institutions, academia, and research organizations, reflecting high levels of interest in the topics discussed. Notably, the university's Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation supported the event's administration, indicating potential for future collaborations with public institutions and research organizations.
During the opening ceremony, Kim Wan-hee, President of the Korea Public Enterprise Association, and Kim Dong-hwan, President of the Seoul National University of Science and Technology, delivered welcoming remarks emphasizing the importance of restructuring management evaluation systems and the spread of AI. They discussed these elements as crucial for accelerating structural innovation in the public sector and highlighted the conference as a significant opportunity to expand policy effectiveness and collaborative foundations. It was particularly noted that discussions would encourage further cooperation on research exchanges and joint seminars among various participating entities.
The conference included keynotes and sessions that focused on the transformation in governance of public institutions and practical applications of AI in the sector. Professor Lee Jong-wook provided insights into governance policy direction and expectations during a keynote speech. Additionally, the sessions facilitated discussions on government policy shifts impacting public institutions and shared implementable AI strategies, showcasing the emerging innovative roles that AI could play in enhancing public administrative functions. Overall, the conference served as a platform for discussing future directions in public sector innovation, underscoring the significance of collaboration among academia, public, and private sectors for fostering national competitiveness.
