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NEW [16.11.24] Ajou signs an MOU with the Gyeonggi International Development Cooperation Center

  • 2016-12-06
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Ajou University signed an MOU with the Gyeonggi International Development Cooperation Center (GGIDCC). The two institutions agreed to join forces to enhance the understanding and participation of Ajou people and Gyeonggi-do citizens in international development and cooperation projects.


The agreement covers mutual cooperation for education, academic activities, seminars, and promotional events; consulting, research, participation, and possible cooperation for expanding international development and cooperation in Gyeonggi Province; and sharing spaces at related institutions and relevant information, etc. The agreement signing ceremony held on November 22nd was attended by Director Jong Seon Lee from GGIDCC and Vice President for External Relations Byung Chun So from the University, etc.


GGIDCC was established by the Gyeonggi Provincial Government, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and Hankyong National University to expand the foundation for participating in Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects. It is responsible for providing education on and enhancing the understanding of ODA, and for supporting overseas volunteer groups and Korean businesses participating in overseas procurement.


Ajou University and GGIDCC are hosting the 2016 Development & Cooperation Week under the theme "The World Together" for four days from November 22nd to the 25th. It is an on-campus event to promote public interest in ODA and features a variety of lectures and exhibitions. The event is also commemorating Development and Cooperation Day, November 25th, and is open to any students and citizens residing in Gyeonggi Province.


The University plans to carry out various activities to increase student interest in international cooperation and development.