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Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and President of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Chang Won-sam on Monday discussed enhancing development cooperation, investment, skills training and support for Bangladesh’s smooth graduation from LDC status.
“It’s truly great for me to visit this country again. I convey the warm greetings from the President,” said KOICA President Chang Won-sam during a meeting at the State Guest House Jamuna.
He reaffirmed KOICA’s political and developmental support for the Interim Government of Bangladesh and its ongoing reform initiatives.
The Chief Adviser thanked Chang Won-sam for his visit and expressed the hope that Bangladesh and Korea would continue to advance together at an accelerated pace.
Presenting the government’s economic vision, the Chief Adviser encouraged Korean investors and institutions to view Bangladesh as a long-term strategic partner in production and trade.
“We want to become a production hub. We can produce your products here and sell them everywhere. We have the manpower and the capabilities, and our young population is eager to work hard," he said.
The Chief Adviser laid special emphasis on people-centric cooperation, particularly in language training, healthcare and skills development.
He urged KOICA to expand Korean language programmes in Bangladesh to widen opportunities for Bangladeshi youth in education, training, and employment in Korea.
He also called for deeper collaboration in healthcare training.
“It’s very crucial for our healthcare system and for global healthcare. We need to focus more on training nurses,” the Chief Adviser said, noting the growing global demand for skilled nurses and health workers.
In response, Chang Won-sam expressed willingness to explore expanded cooperation in skills development and education.
Chief Adviser’s Special Envoy for International Affairs Lutfey Siddiqi and SDGs Affairs Principal Coordinator and Senior Secretary Lamiya Morshed were also present at the meeting.