"The Korean government is fairly supportive in approving the technology transfers and exports of some very crucial parts and technology," Kim Dae-young, an executive vice president at Hanwha Aerospace, told CNBC. Jumong Kim, a defense analyst, noted that South Korea's competitiveness comes from a few important and distinctive factors. "First, fast delivery timeline. Second, manufacturing efficiency and prowess. Third, strong governmental willingness to support defense contractors. Fourth, high demands of defense products because of confrontational situation vis-a-vis North Korea and China in the region," he said. Oskar Pietrewicz, a defense analyst from Poland, said that the needs of the South.