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15 MEMBER
COUNTRIES

22 PROGRAMS
& PROJECTS

38 YOUNG
LEADERS

63 TRAINING
COURSES

News

July 29, 2020

First AFoCO project in Bhutan targets community-based enterprises

Contributed by Mr Nguyen Duy Vuong, AFoCO Fellowship Official from Viet Nam On 1 July 2020, AFoCO launched its first project in Bhutan on “Sustainable Community-Based Enterprises for Improved Livelihood in Bhutan”. The 5-year project will target 120 community forestry and non-timber forest management groups in 12 districts across the country. These districts were selected based on the potential for […]

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July 22, 2020

AFoCO signs project MOU with the Forest Science Centre of North-Eastern Viet Nam (FSNE)

Contributed by Mr Nguyen Duy Vuong, AFoCO Fellowship Official from Viet Nam The Forest Science Centre of North-Eastern Viet Nam (FSNE) held the signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Asian Forestry Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) to implement a new project titled, “Improving Pinus caribaea Morelet for plantation on degraded land in Viet Nam’s northern mountainous region”. Dr. Le Minh […]

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July 10, 2020

Korea National Arboretum donates computers & face masks to AFoCO RETC

AFoCO is happy to receive a donation of 66 computer equipment and 4,000 face masks from the Korea National Arboretum (KNA). The donated items will be sent to the AFoCO RETC in Myanmar for use in capacity building activities and to help maintain a safe working environment for government officials in Myanmar. Officials from the KNA were invited to the […]

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July 03, 2020

Successful Mangrove Rehabilitation in Thai Binh, Viet Nam

This article examines the progress of the project ‘Rehabilitation and Development of Mangrove Forest Ecosystem in Thai Binh Province, Vietnam’ under the AFoCO Landmark Program. The list of publications can be found on the project page. On 23-27 June 2020, an Inspection Team from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development conducted the verification of the mangrove plantation sites. The […]

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July 01, 2020

Mongolia gets on board as a full-fledged Party to AFoCO

On 1 July 2020, H.E. Ms. Erdenetuya Namsrai, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Mongolia visited the Secretariat and deposited its Instrument of Ratification to the Agreement on the Establishment of the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization. Mr. Chencho Norbu, Executive Director of AFoCO warmly welcomed Mongolia coming on board as a full-fledged Party to AFoCO. It is indeed […]

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June 19, 2020

AFoCO visits the GCF Secretariat

The Secretariat visited the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Secretariat in Songdo, Incheon Metropolitan City on 19 June 2020. The Executive Director met with Mr. Javier Manzanares, Deputy Executive Director of the GCF Secretariat. Followed by the discussion, the Secretariat had a technical consultation with the Director for External Affairs and the Director of Mitigation and Adaptation exploring project development schemes […]

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June 16, 2020

Camerata Salzburg advocates for action on climate change with AFoCO

Camerata Salzburg, one of the leading chamber orchestras in the world, is helping to raise awareness of forest-related issues and the need to address climate change issues as AFoCO’s Goodwill Ambassador. As an act of goodwill, Camerata Salzburg has generously offered to AFoCO, the royalties for two of its performance recordings in the form of limited edition compact discs. The […]

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May 26, 2020

AFoCO adds value to empower people

Forest is an essential resource and people are the greatest asset. AFoCO places great value in empowering people as it engages diverse stakeholders ranging from government officials to local people and students of different ages groups. Through more effective empowerment, application of appropriate tools, resource management, and processes, we can provide enabling conditions to make most out of existing forestry […]

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May 17, 2020

FEATURE: Cultivating high-value species to help secure local livelihoods in Viet Nam & Thailand

This article briefly highlights some of the achievements of the project on ‘Developing High Valuable Species in Viet Nam & Thailand as a Mechanism for Sustainable Forest Management & Livelihood Improvement for Local Communities’, which was completed in 2018. Background Viet Nam and Thailand proposed the project on ‘Developing High Valuable Species in Viet Nam and Thailand as the Mechanism […]

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Notice

July 24, 2020

Vacancy Notice

Job Title: Executive Director Organization: Asian Forest Cooperation Organization Duty Station: Seoul, Republic of Korea Recruitment Open to: Nationals of the Parties to the AFoCO Agreement Type of Contract: Fixed-term of two years starting 1 January 2021 (renewable for one term) Deadline: 24 August 2020 (18:00, GMT+9, Seoul time) Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the overall guidance of the Assembly of the […]

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May 04, 2020

[CLOSED] 2021 Landmark Scholarship Program

The Secretariat would like to call for applications for the “2021 Landmark Scholarship Program”. The 2021 Landmark Scholarship will be offered to five (5) recipients ⁠— two (2) Doctoral degree recipients (PhD) and three (3) Master’s degree recipients (MSc). Scholarship recipients will be selected from candidates who have been nominated by the Focal Officials of participating countries of the Landmark […]

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March 20, 2020

AFoCO RETC: Notice about the Coronavirus

(as of 20 March 2020) The outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization (WHO). As an international training center, the health and wellbeing of our training participants is a top priority at the AFoCO Regional Education and Training Center (RETC) in Myanmar. In line with the AFoCO RETC […]

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August 27, 2019

[CLOSED] Vacancy Notice

VACANCY NOTICE Publication/Transmission Date 27 August 2019 Deadline for Application 23 September 2019 Position Professional Staff / Level 4 Type of Appointment Fixed-Term Duration of Appointment Two (2) years (Renewable contingent on performance) Indicative Annual Salary USD 88,351 to 107,114 (To be decided after consultation) Eligible Nationality Nationals of the Parties of the AFoCO Agreement at the time of application […]

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June 14, 2019

[마감]다문화 청소년 글로벌 산림캠프(하계 1차, 2차, 3차 모집)

Announcement for the Global Forest Summer Camp for Young Children*This program is for families based in Korea. 이메일 또는 팩스 접수(greenfund@afocosec.org/ 02-785-8970)

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April 08, 2019

[CLOSED] 2020 Landmark Scholarship Program

The Secretariat would like to call for applications for the “2020 Landmark Scholarship Program”. The 2020 Landmark Scholarship will be offered to three (3) recipients – one (1) Doctoral degree recipient (PhD) and two (2) Master’s degree recipients (MSc) selected among candidates nominated by Focal Officials of the participating countries in the Landmark Scholarship Program. The number of scholarship recipients […]

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March 28, 2019

EVENT: Asia Pacific Forestry Week 2019

Asia-Pacific Forestry Week (APFW) is an event attached to the Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission (APFC) of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Hosted by the government of the Republic of Korea, the APFW 2019 will be held in Incheon, Korea on 17-21 June 2019 under the theme “Forests for Peace and Well-being”. STREAM 1:“Restoring Our Forests and Landscapes”, with […]

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March 13, 2019

EVENT: International Workshop on Achievements & the Way Forward of AFoCO

Date: 23 April 2019Time: 09:00-16:00Venue: Hanyang 1, 3rd Floor, Courtyard Marriott-Seoul Namdaemun This Workshop will be a venue for the sharing of past experiences and activities of AFoCO and to explore the way forward for AFoCO as well as the forest cooperation in the region. A. Opening Remarks Overview of regional forest cooperation activities of AFoCO and activities by strategic areas B. […]

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March 13, 2019

EVENT: Second Session of the Assembly

The Second Session of the Assembly of the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) will be organized back to back with the International Workshop on Achievements and Way Forward of AFoCO. 2nd Session of the Assembly in Special Session Date: 24-25 April 2019Venue: Room 101, Hwabaek International Convention Center (HICO), Gyeongju– Address: 507, Bomun-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea– Tel: +82-54-702-1050– Website: http://www.crowncity.kr/hico/en/about/whyhico.do The International […]

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Strategic Priorities
(2019 - 2023)

By developing and implementing new projects and
programs in line with our 5 Strategic Priorities,
AFoCO aims to contribute to member countries’ efforts
in achieving the global goal of increasing forest cover,
implementing the Paris Agreement on climate change,
and improving livelihoods and income opportunities
through forest-related activities.

Initiating Customized Restoration & Reforestation Models

Supporting Research and Development in Climate Change Adaptation Approaches

Introducing Systematic Management of Forest-related Disasters

Local Livelihood Improvement & Community-based Enterprise Development

Strengthening Institutional Capabilities, Diversifying Resources, Promoting Regional Actions

OUR WORK IN THE MEMBER COUNTRIES

PUBLICATIONS

AFoCO Newsletter (ISSUE 03-2020-07)

PUBLICATIONS

(BROCHURE) Greener Asia, Greener Tomorrow - AFoCO

PUBLICATIONS

(LEAFLET) AFoCO PORTFOLIO

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Photos

July 23, 2020

AFoCO meets Ambassadors to the ROK

AFoCO representatives attended a briefing session for Ambassadors to the Republic of Korea on 21 July 2020. The event was hosted by the Korea Forest Service to introduce how the Korean government and AFoco are reflecting global forestry policy trends in on-the-ground efforts in the region. Dr. Lee Yeongjoo, Director of AFoCO’s Planning and Budget Division, took the chance to […]

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June 08, 2020

Celebrating World Environment Day at the AFoCO RETC

On 5 June 2020, a tree-planting ceremony was held at the AFoCO Regional Education and Training Center (RETC) in Myanmar to celebrate World Environment Day, which aims to spread awareness and promote actions for the protection of the environment. The theme for this year’s World Environment Day is ‘Biodiversity’. Some 65 public officials from Hmawbi Township and the Central Forestry Development […]

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May 22, 2020

3rd Meeting of the Executive Director Selection Committee

The Secretariat organized the 3rd Meeting of the Executive Director Selection Committee on 19 May via video conference. The Meeting was organized to finalize the Rules of Procedure of the Committee as well as the schedule of the Committee. All 13 members of the Committee attended the full-day virtual meeting.

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May 13, 2020

AFoCO RETC cooperates with Hmawbi Township government departments to deal with COVID-19

Since the first COVID-19 case was confirmed on 23rd March in Myanmar, the regional and state governments have strengthened quarantine activities under the supervision of the central government. Protective and preventive measures against COVID-19 are underway and the Community Facility Quarantine has also been implemented. In line with the national policy of the Myanmar government, the AFoCO RETC is also […]

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January 23, 2020

Forest fire vehicles given to the Forest Department of Myanmar

Forest fire vehicles donated by the Korea Forest Service have recently been spotted on the roads of Myanmar! Upon receiving the forest fire vehicles from the Korea Forest Service, the Forest Department of Myanmar distributed 5 vehicles to Minbu Township, Nay Pyi Taw, Popa Mountain and Tachileik for use by firefighters and officers of the Forest Department. 3 vehicles are […]

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January 17, 2020

AFoCO exhibition at the 2019 ASEAN-ROK Commemorative Summit

AFoCO showcased the history and cooperation model in the forest sector at the 2019 ASEAN-ROK Commemorative Summit held on 25-27 November 2019 at Busan. Since the initial phase jointly led by ASEAN and Korea, various local actions are carried out in all ASEAN Members under 27 projects with funds of 25 million USD, targeted at the five strategic priority areas […]

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