Yangju City Holds Integrated Defense Council Meeting... Strengthening Regional Defense Posture

Joint All-Out Response by Civilians, Government, Military, Police, and Fire Departments

Yangju City in Gyeonggi recently held the '2025 1st Quarter Integrated Defense Council Regular Meeting' at the 5th Armored Brigade, presided over by Mayor Kang Su-hyun, strengthening the cooperation system among civilians, government, military, police, and fire departments.

Yang Su-hyun, Mayor of Yangju City, is taking a commemorative photo after holding the '2025 1st Quarter Integrated Defense Council Regular Meeting' chaired by Mayor Yang Su-hyun at the 5th Armored Brigade on the 24th. Provided by Yangju City

The Integrated Defense Council is a meeting held quarterly to integrate national defense elements and unify command systems in preparation for local crises and regional provocations.

Starting this year, the council plans to move away from the previous method of holding meetings in the city hall situation room and instead rotate among various institutions to facilitate more field-centered discussions.

The meeting held on the 24th was attended by Mayor Kang Su-hyun and about 40 council members, beginning with an introduction of military equipment and informal talks among institution heads, followed by the introduction of ex officio members due to personnel changes, and discussions on military unit agenda items.

Additionally, an award ceremony for distinguished service in integrated defense operations was held, along with viewing a unit introduction video and a session to raise awareness about recent issues such as waste balloons and ultra-light flying devices.

Mayor Kang Su-hyun emphasized, "Maintaining a solid defense posture in any crisis situation is the top priority to protect the safety of our citizens," adding, "Civilians, government, military, police, and fire departments will unite to establish a flawless response system and strengthen security measures with a strong sense of responsibility and mission."