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South Korea issues draft enforcement decree for AI-linked synthetic biology law

( February 23, 2026, 03:23 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT on Monday issued a pre-legislation notice for the enforcement decree of the Synthetic Biology Promotion Act, launching a 40-day public consultation. The ministry said it plans to finalize the decree in time for the law’s entry into force on April 23. Enacted in April 2025, the act — described by the government as the first of its kind globally — aims to promote national research and development in synthetic biology, which integrates biotechnology with artificial intelligence and big data, amid expectations that AI-driven innovation will intensify global competition in breakthrough technologies.The statement is attached (in Korean)....

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