KOICA seminar highlights Korean expertise for Pakistan’s development

LAHORE  –  The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Pakistan Office organised a knowledge-sharing and networking seminar in Lahore, bringing together 107 participants, including Principal Secretary to the Governor of Punjab Saqib Zafar. Held at Faletti’s Hotel, the KOICA Alumni Knowledge-Sharing and Networking Seminar provided Pakistani alumni of KOICA training programmes in South Korea with a platform to share their experiences, discuss the practical application of their learning and explore ways to strengthen institutional development. The seminar also facilitated networking among alumni, encouraging the exchange of expertise and the dissemination of knowledge to support professional growth and community development. Two alumni shared their learning experiences and highlighted how Korean expertise could be applied in Pakistan. Khurram Shahzad, who participated in the Urban Development Programme, delivered a presentation titled “From Seoul to Punjab: Applying Urban Policy Learning to Sustainable Mobility and Urban Governance”. He discussed how insights gained from Seoul’s urban policies could help promote sustainable mobility and improve urban governance in Punjab. Saira Ijaz, an alumna of the Civil Aviation Capacity-Building Programme, shared her experiences from visits to leading Korean aviation institutions, including Incheon International Airport and Korea Aerospace Industries. She highlighted key lessons in smart airport automation, passenger convenience, environmentally friendly aviation practices and Internet of Things (IoT)-based maintenance, outlining practical approaches to improving Pakistan’s aviation sector. KOICA continues to offer training programmes across various sectors, including civil aviation and economic development, drawing on South Korea’s expertise to strengthen professional skills and institutional capacities in Pakistan. The impact of these initiatives extends beyond individual learning, as programme alumni apply their knowledge within their respective institutions and share their experiences with colleagues, helping broaden the benefits of capacity-building initiatives. The KOICA Pakistan Office reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation between South Korea and Pakistan through capacity-building and knowledge-sharing initiatives aligned with Pakistan’s development priorities.

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