{"id":2206372,"date":"2024-09-04T19:35:36","date_gmt":"2024-09-04T10:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/?p=2206372"},"modified":"2024-09-05T17:30:22","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T08:30:22","slug":"south-korea-bets-on-tech-and-manufacturing-to-drive-growth-in-2024-2028-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/2024\/09\/south-korea-bets-on-tech-and-manufacturing-to-drive-growth-in-2024-2028-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"South Korea bets on tech and manufacturing to drive growth in 2024-2028 plan"},"content":{"rendered":"
The South Korean finance ministry published its 2024-2028 National Fiscal Management Plan (NFMP) on Wednesday, presenting a detailed projection of the country\u2019s economic trajectory over the next five years.<\/span><\/p>\n The report forecasts moderate economic growth, a controlled inflation rate and a cautiously optimistic labor market. These projections offer potential growth opportunities for some sectors, but these will likely be subject to domestic policy changes and unpredictable global economic conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK AND IMPLICATIONS<\/b><\/p>\n The NFMP projects South Korea\u2019s gross domestic product (GDP) to reach 2.5% in 2024, and expects annual GDP growth to hover around 2.1% to 2.3% through 2028. However, it\u2019s worth noting that the finance ministry\u2019s projection is moderately more optimistic than the Bank of Korea\u2019s. The central bank <\/span>revised<\/span><\/a> this year\u2019s economic growth rate to 2.4% last month, citing concerns over weak domestic demand.<\/span><\/p>\n The NFMP\u2019s more optimistic forecast is based on expectations of a rebound in global trade and a steady rise in domestic demand. The report also forecasts inflation to decrease to 2.5% in 2024 from the elevated levels experienced in 2023, driven by expected stabilization in global supply chains and moderation in commodity prices.<\/span><\/p>\n These contrasting economic projections suggest uncertainty in South Korea\u2019s economic outlook. For instance, a sudden downturn in the global economy or an unexpected spike in commodity prices could upend these projections, creating a more challenging environment for South Korean businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n Nevertheless, the NFMP emphasizes economic stability and growth, reflecting the government\u2019s broader strategic goals of reducing external vulnerabilities and fostering domestic resilience.<\/span><\/p>\n