(사)국제융복합연구원

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The Republic of Korea faces increasing challenges due to rapid population aging and the consequent reduction in available military manpower. In this context, this study explores how older soldiers aged 50 and above might be systematically integrated into the armed forces to reinforce overall military capabilities. The analysis begins with the premise that extensive field experience and professional expertise accumulated by senior personnel can significantly contribute to operational efficiency. The discussion focuses on potential role allocations in both combat-related missions—where technical support and task reconfiguration may offset physical limitations—and in non-combat fields, such as education, logistics, administration, and medical services. This research underscores the need for a phased implementation roadmap, coupled with comprehensive cultural and institutional reforms, to ensure that senior soldiers are effectively employed without generating friction in the existing command hierarchy. The findings suggest that legal adjustments, technological support, and the promotion of intergenerational collaboration are essential prerequisites for the ROK military to maintain sustainable force readiness in the face of demographic transitions.

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