DHAKA, Sept 28, 2024 (BSS)- Volunteers of Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)  and World Friends Korea (WFK) returned Bangladesh this evening after a temporary evacuation to Korea amid July-August mass upsurge.

A total of 29 volunteers including 15 general volunteers and 14 from different NGOs, have returned Bangladesh to resume their important work across various government and private organizations, a KOICA’s press release said here today.
     
“Today marks a significant step forward as our volunteers rejoin their respective roles in Bangladesh,” said Hyun Suh Kang, Deputy Country Director of KOICA Bangladesh Office on the occasion.

The general volunteers are engaged at Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU) and Bangladesh Rural Development Board (BRDB) Bhaluka, Mymensingh.

Meanwhile, the NGO volunteers work in the climate sector at various universities and organizations, including BRAC University Center for Climate Change and Environmental Research (C3ER), University of Information Technology & Sciences (UITS), and Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) in Cox's Bazar.

Besides, Dhaka University (DU) and Rajshahi University (RU) will continue to host Korean language programmes along with other Technical Training Centers (TTCs).
Kang extended her heartfelt thanks to the new interim government, university authorities, TTC principals, BMET officials, and others involved with their support and hard work.

As the situation in Bangladesh largely stabilizes, KOICA remains committed to its mission of fostering sustainable development through educational, language, research and other programmes and partnerships, she said.

The return of the volunteers reinforces KOICA's dedication to enhancing skills and knowledge-sharing between Korea and Bangladesh.

With their expertise, these volunteers will play a pivotal role in strengthening the ties between the two nations, empowering local communities, and contributing to broader goals of development and cultural exchange.

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), established in 1991 by the Government of the Republic of Korea, enhances the effectiveness of Korea's grant aid programs for developing countries.

KOICA is dedicated to supporting sustainable development through technical cooperation, capacity building, and humanitarian assistance.

The WFK Volunteer program, a key initiative of KOICA, dispatches volunteers to partner countries to share expertise and skills in various sectors, including education, health, and community development, fostering mutual understanding and contributing to the development of Bangladesh.