Nigeria and South Korea seek stronger trade and technology partnerships

Nigeria and South Korea called for deeper cooperation in trade, investment, technology transfer, agriculture and skills development at a reception marking South Korea’s National Day in Abuja. Ambassador Jeong Yoan said South Korea was ready to share its development experience and cited joint initiatives including an entrepreneurship centre backed by KOICA, SMEDAN and the UNDP, and the Smart School project, which has reached about 8,000 children. KOICA and the Food and Agriculture Organisation are also working to create green jobs for young Nigerians, while about 2,000 Nigerian officials have received training in South Korea. The countries also see scope for Korean and Nigerian businesses to expand partnerships in energy, manufacturing, clean water and digital technology.