KAI Privatization Debate Weighs Private-Led Restructuring and State Controls
Calls to privatize Korea Aerospace Industries are resurfacing amid global defense consolidation. Analysts argue private-sector-led restructuring is needed to strengthen competitiveness, while insiders say public-interest roles are protected by strict state oversight—cost verification and government approvals under the Defense Acquisition Program Act—so weapons work, production and exports still require DAPA and Defense Ministry approval regardless of shareholding.