Timely power supply key to success of megaprojects, PM says

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SEOUL, Sept. 15 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Tuesday that the success of the government's "three megaprojects" hinges upon a timely electricity supply and a robust power transmission grid.

Han made the remark at the start of a Cabinet meeting, referring to the ambitious initiative calling for a national transformation driven by semiconductors, physical artificial intelligence (AI) and AI data centers, and AI-driven administrative innovation, which require a massive amount of power.

"It is no exaggeration to say that the key to the success of the megaprojects hinges on the timely supply of electricity and the early construction of the power transmission network," she said. "In particular, cooperation from residents is more important than anything else when it comes to the power transmission network."

Han also instructed the Cabinet to keep a close watch for any unfair market practices jacking up prices ahead of the upcoming Chuseok holiday, saying inflationary pressure is growing as oil prices rise amid the rekindled Middle East conflict.

She said influenza and other acute respiratory infections are spreading at a faster pace than in previous years and asked officials to take preemptive measures, such as securing vaccines and ensuring that those with weaker immunity, such as infants, children and the elderly, receive timely vaccinations and medical care.

Prime Minister Han Seong-sook speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the government complex in Seoul on Sept. 15, 2026. (Yonhap)

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Timely power supply key to success of megaprojects, PM says

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首尔，9月15日（韩联社）——韩国总理韩成淑周二表示，政府“三大工程”的成功取决于及时的电力供应和强大的输电网络。

韩是在内阁会议开始时发表这番言论的，他指的是这项雄心勃勃的计划，该计划呼吁以半导体、物理人工智能（AI）和AI数据中心以及AI驱动的行政创新为驱动力，实现国家转型，而这需要大量的电力。

她表示：“毫不夸张地说，这些大型项目成功的关键在于及时供电和尽早建设输电网络。尤其是在输电网络建设方面，居民的合作比任何事情都重要。”

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总理表示，及时供电是大型项目成功的关键。