Muan Selected for Gwangju Military Base Relocation to Support Semiconductor Project
The South Korean Defense Ministry has designated Muan County as the new location for the Gwangju Air Base, facilitating a semiconductor cluster project valued at approximately 800 trillion won (US$582.9 billion). Plans include a comprehensive support package exceeding 1 trillion won, with the goal to complete relocation by December 2032.

Muan County has been confirmed as the relocation site for the Gwangju Air Base, essential for a semiconductor cluster project. The Defense Ministry will develop a basic plan and conduct a local referendum, with final plans contingent on the Muan County mayor's application.
The relocation aims to be completed by December 2032, while the 1st Fighter Wing's operations will temporarily shift to bases in North Gyeongsang, North Chungcheong, and South Chungcheong. Concerns over safety and noise from Muan residents have been noted, and the government plans a support package to address these issues. The decision also requires consultations with the U.S. military regarding the shared base operations.




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