Over the Next Five Years, South Korea Will Provide $29 Billion to Support the Battery Industry

As the global race to secure battery supply chains continues, South Korea will contribute 38 trillion won ($29 billion) in finance to enhance its battery industry over the next five years

According to a joint statement from many ministries, as of 2022, South Korean battery companies such LG Energy Solution

It further stated that diversification was essential due to their reliance on other nations for essential materials.

It also wants to bolster financial assistance for businesses that recycle and refine minerals.

As sales of electric vehicles decline, South Korean battery companies have revised down their projections for 2024 sales

In addition, it would pay around 199 billion won to acquire a 99.9% share in Human Value Developers in India, per an exchange filing.