2. national Defense Vision and Tenets of the national Defense Policy | national Defense Vision | MND has set forth a new national defense vision for the ROK military: “Advanced Elite Military.” The term “advanced” refers to a military for the people in which all troops have upright values and mindsets; a military whose barracks culture is trusted by the people; and a military of the people that serves as an example to the world through a creative and efficient defense operations system with superior defense capabilities. The term “elite” refers to a military in which strong and brave servicemembers are equipped with optimal weapons and equipments, while also being trained in real combat-like situations so as to display the highest level of unified combat power. The combined term “advanced elite military” means a military that is elite, advanced and has the posture and capability to fight against the enemy and win. | Tenets of the national Defense Policy | The ROK military has identified and is pursuing the following seven key Tenets of the National Defense Policy as its consistent policy direction toward achieving the National Defense Vision: (1) Establishing a robust defense posture; (2) Strengthening future-oriented and autonomous defense capabilities; (3) Developing the ROK-U.S. military alliance and reinforcing defense diplomacy and cooperation; (4) Providing military measures and readiness in accordance with the changing inter-Korean relations; (5) Bolstering innovative defense management and promoting the defense industry; (6) Creating a proud and rewarding environment for military servicemembers; and (7) Implementing defense policies that are respectful of the people. The National Security Strategy and the National Defense Policy are summarized in <Chart 2-1>. 42 Chapter 2 National Security Strategy and Defense Policy