A. Concept

The government of the Republic of Korea, recognizing that the human resources development (HRD) is an essential part of a nation's sustainable development began an international technical cooperation program in 1965 through which it has provided developing countries which technical assistance based on Korea's development experience.

In implementing the program, Korea has given priority to helping the recipient countries improve their infrastructure for socio-economic and industrial development on a long-term basis rather than to satisfying their immediate needs.

Technical training is regarded as one of the most important programs, for it contributes to the building of human capabilities-a critical element of successful development. The training includes lectures, practices, and study visits to government institutions, research institutes and private businesses.

The training course on Environmental Workshop for POPs is provided by the Korean government as a part of its international cooperation program. The arrangements for the course are undertaken by LabFrontier Co., Ltd. under the sponsorship of KOICA.

The objectives of this training are as follows :

• To provide essential technologies for monitoring of POPs including sampling technique, analytical technique, data interpretation, quality control, and international policy
• To share Korean practical experience obtained during the rapid economic growth period toward knowledge-based economy with developing countries
• To enhance knowledge and analytical technologies on POPs among participating countries and ensure that development countries can act against these most dangerous chemicals