Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
The ASEAN–ROK Cooperation Fund supports collaborative projects that strengthen strategic partnerships, promote regional integration, and address shared development priorities between ASEAN Member States and the Republic of Korea.
Purpose and Objectives
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Enhance strategic partnerships and cooperation between ASEAN and ROK
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Support initiatives that advance regional integration, sustainable development, and ASEAN Community building
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Prioritise sectors such as public health, education, culture and tourism, economic cooperation, environment and climate, safety and peace, and resilience-building
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Ensure alignment with ASEAN–ROK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, and the ASEAN–ROK Plan of Action
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Promote long-term, inclusive regional impact and institutional linkages
Project Framework
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Proposals can be submitted through the Annual Call for Project Proposals or the Special Track mechanism for urgent or emerging regional issues
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Projects must demonstrate strategic relevance, measurable outcomes, feasibility, sustainability, and budget soundness
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Key roles: the Proponent (project initiator) and the Implementing Agency (IA) responsible for executing approved projects; the proponent can also serve as the IA
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Strong emphasis on coordination among ASEAN sectoral bodies and Korean counterparts
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Projects should generate long-term benefits, maintain visibility of ASEAN–ROK cooperation, and strengthen knowledge sharing and partnerships
Conclusions
The ASEAN–ROK Cooperation Fund is a strategically focused mechanism for translating policy commitments into concrete, collaborative actions. By funding projects that address emerging regional challenges and promote sustainable development, the fund strengthens ASEAN–ROK partnerships, fosters cross-sectoral cooperation, and ensures that initiatives deliver measurable, long-term regional impact. It is particularly suitable for projects that combine strategic relevance with practical implementation, sustainability, and visibility to showcase regional collaboration effectively.
For more information, visit ASEAN Korea Cooperation Fund.