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15 MEMBER
COUNTRIES

22 PROGRAMS
& PROJECTS

38 YOUNG
LEADERS

63 TRAINING
COURSES

News

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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May 12, 2020

AFoCO reaches out to the diplomatic missions and institutions in Seoul

Guided by Decision 12-1-18R (development and strengthening external relations) and the first ministerial discourse (AFoCO membership), the AFoCO team led by its Executive Director made courtesy calls to the embassies/missions of Malaysia, Singapore, Mongolia, Laos, Thailand and Timor-Leste during the first quarter of 2020. The purpose was to share and keep the diplomatic missions of member countries in Seoul well-informed and […]

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April 29, 2020

FEATURE: Thai Binh Province promotes local mangrove species in coastal areas of Red River Delta

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 first objective of the project, ‘Afforestation, Enrichment and Protection of Existing Mangrove Forest’ is highlighted in this article. The information used is based on the project documents and annual reports of the project. Other […]

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April 25, 2020

AFoCO celebrates 2nd Anniversary

Greetings! We are happy to celebrate the second anniversary of our Organization on 27 April 2020. As we appreciate the unwavering support and cooperation of our Parties, the Secretariat is also delighted to know that the respective Governments of Mongolia and Malaysia have already reached an advanced stage of their domestic procedures towards joining AFoCO. Likewise, we are pleased to […]

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April 08, 2020

FEATURE: Cooperating to restore degraded forests in Lao PDR

This article provides some field observations of activities carried out under the project on ‘Village-based Forest Rehabilitation in Lao PDR’ at one of the project sites in Sangthong district. The restoration activities include the formation of village groups, establishment of ex-situ conservation and enrichment plantations, seedling production of essential timber species as well as advocacy and awareness efforts. Lao People’s […]

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April 03, 2020

FEATURE: Supporting the conservation of major timber species in Cambodia

This article provides some field observations of activities carried out by the project team at Siem Reap, Cambodia, under the project ‘Establishment of Forest Genetics Research Center for Restoration of Major Timber Species in Cambodia’. The field activities discussed in this article include the selection of plus trees and the establishment of progeny test plantations and clonal seed orchards of […]

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March 09, 2020

TRAINING: Learning best practices on reforestation in Asia

24-28 February 2020, AFoCO RETC, Myanmar Forest cover continues to decrease and threaten people’s livelihoods despite many efforts in forest rehabilitation and restoration. According to the Global Partnership on Forest and Landscape Restoration (CPFLR), more than 2 billion ha of the world’s deforested and degraded landscape can potentially be restored. This is not an exception in Asia, especially in tropical […]

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March 05, 2020

Forest fire vehicles given to Cambodia through AFoCO Program

Under the AFoCO program to improve fire management in Member Countries, the Republic of Korea donated five fire forest vehicles to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Cambodia. Witnessed by the H.E. Mr. Veng Sakhon, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and H.E. Mr. Park Heung-Kyeong, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Cambodia, the official ceremony for […]

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Notice

May 04, 2020

[OPEN] 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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March 11, 2019

[CLOSED] Vacancy Notice

VACANCY NOTICE Publication/Transmission Date 11 March 2019 Deadline for Application 31 March 2019 Position RETC Officials Level 5 Type of Appointment Fixed-Term Duration of Appointment Two (2) years (Renewable contingent on performance) Indicative Annual Salary USD17,000 to 27,000 (To be decided after consultation) Eligible Nationality Legal resident of Myanmar with relevant work permits Organization Unit Regional Education and Training Division of […]

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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

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AFoCO Newsletter (ISSUE 02-2020-04)

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(BROCHURE) Building Capacities in Forestry - AFoCO RETC

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Photos

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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November 18, 2019

3rd Session of the Assembly of AFoCO

The 3rd Session of the Assembly was held on 28-29 October 2019 at Lotte Hotel Seoul in the Republic of Korea. All 14 Parties and Observers attended this Session.

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October 18, 2019

Union Minister of MONREC visits the AFoCO RETC

On 11 October 2019, H.E. U Ohn Win, Union Minister of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation of Myanmar, paid a courtesy visit to the AFoCO Regional Education and Training Center (RETC) in Hmawbi Township, Yangon, Myanmar. He expressed gratitude for the AFoCO Secretariat’s support and emphasized that the RETC is playing an important role in building the […]

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