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Military Pensions
Military Pensions was established in 1960. The Ministry of National Defense runs the scheme that delivers retirement income and survivor benefits to military...
Military Pensions
Military Pensions was established in 1960. The Ministry of National Defense runs the scheme that delivers retirement income and survivor benefits to military beneficiaries. The fund allocates across secondaries, global equities, and private equity. Confirmed positions include a Bali pool villa resort project sold after 2007, a New York City leased apartment complex sold after 2007, and an aircraft fund. Geographic exposure spans South Korea and the United States. The Government Pension Investment Pool, Samsung Asset Management, and Korea Investment Management handle execution. No recent operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records. The fund maintains a foundation vehicle that issues low-interest emergency loans to beneficiaries aged 60 and older for medical, funeral, and rent costs. Administration sits inside the Ministry of National Defense with oversight from the Ministry of Strategy and Finance on pooled investments, creating a direct government-to-asset-owner chain without external family or corporate sponsors.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
1960
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Asia
Country
South Korea
City
Seoul
Corporate office
4, Hoenamu-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who administers investment decisions at Military Pensions?
The Ministry of National Defense oversees the fund while the Government Pension Investment Pool, Samsung Asset Management, and Korea Investment Management execute allocations.
Does Military Pensions commit to external funds or hold direct assets?
The fund has held both direct real-estate and aviation assets as well as positions routed through the Government Pension Investment Pool.
What asset classes appear in Military Pensions holdings?
Secondaries, global equities, domestic private equity, residential real estate, and aircraft investments are documented.
Where does Military Pensions source its capital?
Contributions come from active and retired military personnel plus government support under the Ministry of National Defense.
Does Military Pensions maintain separate philanthropic structures?
A foundation arm issues emergency loans to older beneficiaries for medical, funeral, and housing expenses inside South Korea.
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