Military Manpower Administration launches English chatbot service for overseas conscripts

South Korea’s Military Manpower Administration said Monday it has launched an English-language information service through its chatbot to improve access to military service-related information for those who have difficulty communicating in Korean.

The chatbot, named “Ara,” provides round-the-clock online consultations and support across all areas of military administration, including physical examinations for conscription, enlistment and reserve force training.

The service had previously only be ...