이상엽 6G포럼 대표의장 연임 “AI네이티브 네트워크 시대 열겠다”

South Korea's renewed commitment to 6G leadership through Lee Sang-yeop's reappointment signals preparation for the imminent era of AI-native networks, where artificial intelligence becomes embedded directly into network infrastructure—fundamentally changing both consumer and industrial connectivity. As the US and China advance their commercialization timelines, the race for early control of 6G standards, spectrum allocation, and equipment markets has become a critical competitive advantage that will shape the telecommunications landscape for the next decade. Korea's synchronized public-private coordination through the 6G Forum demonstrates recognition that the next 2-3 years represent a decisive window for establishing market leadership in AI-powered infrastructure.