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Paju City Bids to Host KIDA

September 28, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Paju City bids to host Korea Institute for Defense Analyses (KIDA).
City emphasizes geographical advantages as a frontline border area.
Paju City seeks compensation for 70 years of sacrifices.
Collaboration with local political leaders to support relocation.

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Strategic Implications

Paju City's bid may indicate a shift in regional development priorities, with a focus on defense and security. The city's unique geographical location could provide a competitive advantage in attracting KIDA, which may lead to increased investment in national security and defense research.

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What Happened

Paju City Seeks Fair Compensation for 70 Years of Sacrifice

Paju City in Gyeonggi Province has launched a full-scale bid to attract the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses (KIDA), currently located in Seoul. The city is emphasizing its geographical characteristics as a frontline border area and the security disadvantages it has faced over the past 70 years as compelling reasons to attract KIDA. Paju City is collaborating with local political leaders, including Yoon Hu-deok, to support the relocation efforts. The city’s mayor, Son Bae-chan, stated that attracting KIDA would be a new driving force for regional growth and an opportunity to reshape national security policy. This development was first reported by The Asia Business Daily.

Source | Originally Published: September 28, 2026

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