Countries
6

Countries

Partners
40+

Partners

Contribution
$24M+

Contribution

40+

Projects

Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation

Established in 2011, The Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation represents a dynamic and mutually beneficial partnership between the Republic of Korea (ROK) and the countries of the Mekong region, namely Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam (CLMTV). Strengthened by shared goals of economic development, sustainable growth, and cultural exchange, this collaboration aims to foster regional prosperity, enhance the well-being of the people, narrow the development gap among regional countries, support ASEAN Community building, and address challenges in the Mekong region.

The cooperation is guided by The Plan of Action (PoA) 2021-2025 under the Mekong-RoK Cooperation framework.

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Priority Sectors

Culture & Tourism

Culture & Tourism

Preserve and restore cultural heritage for the development of sustainable tourism.

3158 Beneficiaries
5 Countries
2 Projects
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Human Resources Development

Human Resources Development

Advance human resources development in the digital age for sustainable development and prosperity.

2297 Beneficiaries
1 Country
7 Projects
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Environment

Environment

Strengthen cooperation to address the impacts of climate change and environmental challenges to sustainable development.

82778 Beneficiaries
1 Country
14 Projects
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Agriculture & Rural Development

Agriculture & Rural Development

Improve livelihood and narrow the development gap between agricultural and rural communities.

3859 Beneficiaries
3 Countries
5 Projects
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Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Construct and upgrade transportation infrastructure with the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity 2025.

69 Beneficiaries
3 Countries
3 Projects
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 Information & Communication Technology

Information & Communication Technology

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Information & Communication Technology

Promote digital economy and digital infrastructure in response to the 4th Industrial Revolution.

249000 Beneficiaries
4 Countries
3 Projects
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Non-traditional Security Challenges

Non-traditional Security Challenges

Coordinate among agencies of six countries in combating non-traditional security threats.

64 Beneficiaries
6 Countries
2 Projects
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Knowledge Hub

Publication

Smart Technologies: Smart Solutions for Mekong Countries

01-Jul-2023

In response to the challenges faced by the agriculture sector in the Mekong...

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Project

Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil and Water for Safety Crop Production in Myanmar

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News

MI hosts Structured Learning Visit on Regional Project Management and Development Insights from International Organizations

08-Nov-2024

The Mekong Institute (MI) recently hosted a “Structured Learning Visit o...

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Exploring Opportunities for Tri-lateral Cooperation with International Organizations in Cambodia

08-Nov-2024

With support from the Mekong-Korea Cooperation Fund (MKCF), the Mekong Ins...

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MI hosts Structured Learning Visit on Regional Project Management and Development Insights from International Organizations

08-Nov-2024

The Mekong Institute (MI) recently hosted a “Structured Learning Visit o...

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MKCF Drives Cultural Exchange Through Documentary Workshop for Thai and Myanmar Youth

22-Oct-2024

The recent workshop titled “Fostering Cultural Exchange Between Thai and...

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Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil and Water for Safety Crop Production in Myanmar

Ongoing

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Capacity Building on Regional Project Design, Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation of MKCF Projects

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Mapping the plastic litter leaking into the waterways of Mekong countries and providing innovative solutions for efficient waste management (PlasticFlow Mekong Project)

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MI is empowering Artisans to Preserve Cultural Heritage and Boost Heritage Tourism in Mekong Countries

14-Oct-2024

The 25 participants attended MI training on creative association management...

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Transforming Regional TVET for Industry 4.0

14-May-2024

In the age of Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (I...

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Harvesting from the Skies: Transforming Rural Schools with Innovative Rainwater Drinking Systems

10-May-2024

Due to the rapid growth of population, climate change and environmental pol...

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Smart Technologies: Smart Solutions for Mekong Countries

01-Jul-2023

In response to the challenges faced by the agriculture sector in the Mekong...

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Applying Smart Farming Technologies for Smallholder Mushroom Women Farmers in the Bago Region, Myanmar

05-Jul-2023

In Bago region, Myanmar has great potential for mushroom cultivation and th...

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