[%%IMAGE1%%]<p>  Soldiers in the Korean military will be allowed to use cell phones in the barracks after finishing their work, and will no longer have to perform tasks such as clearing snow or cutting grass following reforms announced by the Ministry of National Defense. The changes were part of the, “2018-2022 Military Fundamental Strategic Welfare Plan” released by the Ministry on Mar. 8. Ministry officials said that the reason for the changes was so that the soldiers could devote themselves to carrying out military missions, such as combat preparation and training. Starting next year, the reforms will be implemented in 11 divisions in the GOP (General OutPost) area and will expand to all military bases by 2020. (provided by the Air Force)</p>

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