South Korea Launches New Warship ‘Jeongjo The Great’
Korea has developed its first Aegis destroyer. It is a 8,200-ton warship called Jeongjo The Great. President Yoon Suk-yeol traveled to Ulsan to celebrate the destroyer’s launch. Constructed by Hyundai Heavy Industries, the destroyer boasts state-of-the-art technology that is able to intercept ballistic missiles. The ship is expected to play a role in the country’s ongoing conflict with North Korea.
The ship is named after King Jeongjo, a king from the Joseon Dynasty. The destroyer features the Aegis combat system. It is a powerful system that is able to track and guide weapons. The ship also features anti-missile systems that can shoot down incoming missiles. It can also shoot missiles at ground or air targets from long distances.
In addition, the ship features high-tech stealth technology. This allows it to operate while avoiding radar detection. It is operated by four gas turbines and two hybrid drives. This will make it more energy-efficient.
President Yoon plans to provide more resources to continue the growth of the defense industry. He hopes to see Korea become a global power in marine defenses. He also hopes to see more of Korea’s military products exported abroad.
The ship is expected to be delivered to the navy in 2024.
Boram Ma For The Junior Times
1. Why did President Yoon Suk-yeol travel to Ulsan?
2. What is the Aegis combat system?
3. What makes the ship more energy-efficient?
1. How did the conflict between South and North Korea begin?
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4. How can we build peace on the Korean peninsula?
Korea has developed its first Aegis destroyer. It is a 8,200-ton warship called Jeongjo The Great. President Yoon Suk-yeol traveled to Ulsan to celebrate the destroyer’s launch. Constructed by Hyundai Heavy Industries, the destroyer boasts state-of-the-art technology that is able to intercept ballistic missiles. The ship is expected to play a role in the country’s ongoing conflict with North Korea.
