The Korea Radio Promotion Agency (KORPA) has now been officially established to promote the use of radio spectrum and develop related technologies and industries. On July 28, KORPA commenced its operations in earnest following a ceremony commemorating its official launch at the IT Venture Tower in Songpa-gu, Seoul. In consideration of the fast-changing environment of the telecom industry that had seen the rise of new services such as WiBro and DMB, the government amended the Radio Wave Act in December 2005 to promote KORA, which had been entrusted with the task of inspecting wireless stations, as a specialized agency for the efficient use of radio spectrum as a key national resource. In addition, KORPA will be in charge of administering radio operator qualification exams, granting and regulating relevant licenses, and training and education of technicians. Also, KORPA is anticipated to play a leading role in assisting small businesses in the radio wave field and conduct in-depth research on market-friendly policies on broadcasting.