A significant moment of international cooperation in the war against naval mines ended on October 16 in Busan (Republic of South Korea): the prestigious United Nations Command Mine Countermeasures (UNC MCM) Symposium 24.
This edition, which began on October 14, saw the participation of representatives of nations from all over the world: Australia, Holland, Canada, Greece, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Republic of the Philippines, Malaysia, Chile, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom and United States.
During these three days of work, the Symposium addressed issues for the future of naval mine warfare, such as the implementation and development of autonomous systems, their integration, the application of artificial intelligence, port defense and Seabed Warfare operations.
Industry experts, Armed Forces specialists and private industry professionals shared the latest innovations in mine detection and clearance technologies, helping to stimulate discussion among participants.
A significant moment of the Symposium was the wreath-laying ceremony at the United Nations Veterans Cemetery in Busan, a respectful tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in defense of Korea.
This gesture reaffirmed the participants' commitment to maintaining global peace and security.
From 17 to 25 October, the Multi-National Mine Warfare Exercise (MNMIWEX), conducted by the ROK Navy MINE SQUADRON 52, a further step towards strengthening international cooperation in this field.
