Korea International Cooperation Agency KOICA Korea International Cooperation Agency February 3rd, 2016

1. KOICA Around the World

World Efforts

World Efforts

KOICA History KOICA was established in 1991 as a government agency in charge of grant aid and technical cooperation to fight against world poverty.

Happiness for all with Global KOICA! KOICA’s Mission Happiness for all with Global KOICA! Help developing countries to achieve sustainable socio-economic development Reduce poverty Improve the quality of life Resolve global development issues Cooperate with the global community

KOICA around the World Central Office: Seongnam of Gyeonggi-Province Middle East: 3 offices Asia: 14 offices Africa: 15 offices South America: 8 offices

ERRADICATE POVERTY AND OBTAIN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT KOICA’s Activities ERRADICATE POVERTY AND OBTAIN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Education Health Rural Development (Saemaul Undong) Governability Industry and Energy Environment, Gender Equality, IT, Human Rights

2. KOICA in Paraguay

Frienship History Paraguay and Korea held a bilateral relationship of over 50 years that have contributed to social and cultural growth and development through cooperation.

Country Partnership Strategy 2016-2020 Main Objectives: Improve and increase the accessibility to water management and health services. Better transport and distribution system. Improve the capacity for self sustenance of small farmers and family farmers. Establish a sustainable eco-city. Bridging the digital divide, promoting the creation of jobs and securing new growth engines.

Humanitarian Assistance KOICA Programs in Paraguay Projects Health Education Infrastructure Agriculture Scholarships Global Regional Exclusive Masters Volunteers & Experts Junior Senior Experts Humanitarian Assistance In cases of natural disasters

Ongoing Projects EDUCATION Project "Establishment of Advanced Vocational Training Centre in Asunción, Paraguay" (MJT - SNPP) 2010 – 2015 High technology institute to train young people and unskilled workers in Greater Asuncion Central Department.

Ongoing Projects HEALTH Project "Strengthening the capacity of maternal and childhood care in San Pablo Hospital" (MSPBS) 2013 – 2016 Provide improved health care service and establish a training system for maternal health and perinatal medicine.

Ongoing Projects RURAL DEVELOPMENT Saemaeul Undong (SMU) Project of Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development in Paraguay (MAG) 2013-2015 Improvement of the socio-economic conditions of rural farmers and local capacities in a sustainable way.

Ongoing Projects INFRASTRUCTURE "Establishment of a Master Plan for the Development of National Airports in Paraguay" 2014-2016 This plan is developed in order for the country to become a hub airport in South America

Scholarships Global Fellowship Program Regional Fellowship Program Promote socio-economic development of partner countries Share the development experience of Korea Promote friendly relations and mutual understanding Global Fellowship Program Regional Fellowship Program Country-Specific Fellowship Program Masters

WFK Volunteers Program Exchange of cultural and technical expertise Improvement of the quality of life of communities Foster mutual cooperation among countries Achieve real and sustainable development in society

Volunteers’ Activities Technical Cooperation Micro Projects Community Assistance

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