Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Country Director in Bangladesh Jihoon Kim has reaffirmed KOICA’s continued commitment to work hand-in-hand with Bangladesh to achieve inclusive and sustainable growth.
Kim made the remarks while celebrating three decades of friendship and partnership with Bangladesh through the Korea Bangladesh Alumni Association (KBAA) Night 2025, held on October 16.
Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Bangladesh Park Young-sik who joined as the chief guest, highlighted the enduring friendship between the two nations and the growing impact of KOICA’s development programs.
The KBAA President, General Secretary, and other alumni members shared reflections on KOICA’s role in global talent development and the meaningful contributions of Bangladeshi alumni in various sectors after returning from training and higher education programs in Korea.
The annual KBAA Night brought together more than 200 participants, including the KOICA alumni, government officials, development partners, and representatives from KOICA projects to commemorate 30 years of cooperation between Korea and Bangladesh.
The evening concluded with a networking dinner, strengthening connections among alumni and reaffirming the shared vision of KOICA and Bangladesh for peace, prosperity, and a sustainable future.
This year’s celebration carried special significance as KOICA marked its 30th anniversary of partnership in Bangladesh, a journey founded on trust, respect, and shared aspirations for sustainable development.
The event began with a video presentation titled “KOICA & Bangladesh – 30 Years of Friendship”, showcasing KOICA’s contributions since its establishment in 1995.
Over the years, KOICA has partnered with the Government of Bangladesh to advance progress in public administration and governance, public health, transport modernization, technical and vocational education and training (TVET), and ICT innovation.
Since 1993, more than 2,600 Bangladeshi government officials have participated in KOICA’s fellowship and training programs, while over 1,700 Korean volunteers have served in different institutions across Bangladesh, fostering mutual understanding and lasting bonds between the two peoples.
In 2025 alone, KOICA is facilitating several capacity-building programs for Bangladeshi officials in diverse areas such as public finance, infrastructure development, social protection, and technology-driven policy innovation.
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These include specialized training on “Capacity Building for ERD Officials in Bangladesh”, “Strengthening Sustainable Infrastructure Development Capacity”, and “Old-Age Income Security Systems”, among others — engaging more than 50 participants throughout the year.
