[South Korean Deputy Prime Minister: AI Data Center Investment Must Not Stop, Long-Term Outlook Remains Bullish] Odaily Planet Daily reports that South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT Bae Kyung-hoon stated on the 6th that South Korea should not postpone its investment in AI data centers amid growing concerns about a global slowdown in AI investment. Bae emphasized, "South Korea must not be swayed by the current atmosphere to stop or postpone investment." This statement addresses the recent aftermath of the US midterm elections, which has led to potential increased regulation of AI data centers, a decline in the stock prices of related companies, and consequently, concerns about a contraction in AI infrastructure investment. Bae pointed out, "Even if the US hesitates, other countries such as France and Canada may see it as an opportunity," and predicts that global competition for AI investment will not easily cool down. He assessed, "Because market expectations for AI are very high, even minor anxieties can cause significant market volatility, but in my personal opinion, the long-term trend will be upward." (Yonhap News Agency)