Govt., ruling party vow to swiftly push for integrated military academy

The government and the ruling Democratic Party on Thursday pledged to swiftly push ahead with the establishment of an integrated military academy of the Army, Navy and Air Force, a move they say would sharply enhance their country's defense capabilities in the fast changing environment.

The government and the ruling party were expected to unveil a detailed plan later in the day, following their policy consultation meeting at the National Assembly.

"Unfortunately, the current system of having sep ...