South Korea has awarded a contract worth 3.4 billion won (approximately $24 million) to defense firm LIG Nex1 for the development of a counter-ballistic missile simulation system, aiming to strengthen the nation’s military readiness. Scheduled for completion by 2028, the advanced simulation model will replicate a wide range of ballistic missile threats and provide a virtual environment for integrated training and operational exercises.
According to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), the system is designed to simulate each phase of a missile response — from detecting launch signals to interception, strike execution, and damage assessment — using cutting-edge computer-based modeling and simulation tools. The initiative not only aims to enhance the responsiveness of South Korea’s defense forces but also supports the growth of the domestic defense technology sector.
The simulation will play a vital role in advancing the capabilities of South Korea’s Three-Axis strategy, which includes preemptive strike, missile defense, and retaliation frameworks to address growing missile threats.
