<Chart 2-1> The national security strategy and the national Defense Policy national Vision Tenets New era of hope • Economic revival • Welfare of the people • Cultural Enrichment national Defense Objectives • Protection of the country from external military threats and aggression Chapter 2 • Establishment of foundation for peaceful reunification • Supporting peaceful reunification • Contribution to regional stability and national security Objectives • Establishment of peace in the Korean Peninsula and preparing for reunification • Contribution to the cooperation among Northeast asian countries and world peace Tenets of national security strategy world peace • Protection of territory, sovereignty, and security of the people • Establishment of a stable security posture national Defense Vision advanced, elite military • Promotion of “the Trust-Building Process on the Korean Peninsula” • Pursuit of trust-based diplomacy seven Tenets of Defense Policy strategic Tasks ① establishment of a firm national defense posture and reinforcement of future-oriented defense capabilities ② Development of inter-Korean relations through “the trust-building Process on the Korean Peninsula” ③ realistic preparations for reunification ④ Development of the strategic rOK-U.S. alliance and enhancement of international cooperation for national security ⑤ Provision of the cooperative framework for peace in Northeast asia and the world ⑥ Contribution to national development and prosperity of humanity ① establishment of a firm national defense posture ② enhancement of future-oriented, autonomous national defense capabilities ③ Development of the rOK-U.S. alliance, defense diplomacy, and cooperation ④ Provision of military measures and readiness in accordance with the changing inter-Korean relations ⑤ innovative national defense management and promotion of the defense industry ⑥ Creating a rewarding military service environment that instills pride in servicemembers ⑦ Promotion of national defense policy that are respectful of the people 3. Objectives and four Priorities in Defense Management The ROK Armed Forces has set “Defense with a Robust Foundation, Defense Preparing for the Future” as the goal of national defense agenda in consideration of its National Defense Vision, Tenets of the National Defense Policy and the drastically changing security environment. “Defense with a Robust Foundation” refers to the concept of making working conditions for all servicemembers safe and enjoyable while maintaining strict discipline; creating an environment for national defense where the servicemembers can focus on their combat missions; and building a full-spectrum national defense posture to fight enemies through realistic training and combat preparation. Section 2 National Defense Policy 43