Youngchan KIM

Policy Specialist (Team Lead) on Governance and Gender, UNDP Seoul Policy Centre

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

What does innovation with purpose really mean?

In Seoul, I met inspiring young leaders from @UNDP & @SamsungMobile’s #Generation17 initiative and asked what tech future they want to build?

Their answers are a powerful reminder that young people are already leading the change.

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

From climate to education to inclusion, young people are already building solutions in their communities.

Left very inspired by my time with the @SamsungMobile's #Generation17 young leaders today.

The future of development is in good hands.

@ZJunjunia @theefejohnson

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

Honoured to host UNDP Administrator @alexanderdecroo at the UNDP Seoul Policy Centre 🇰🇷

Innovating development cooperation and connecting Korea's experience with partners worldwide—from tackling gender-based violence and the green transition to MSMEs development and digital transformation—is at the heart of what we do.

Grateful for your visit!

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

In vibrant Seoul 🇰🇷🇺🇳

From development success story to global partner.

The Republic of Korea has shown what is possible when vision, investment and institutions come together.

Here to deepen our partnership on AI, resilience, and development that delivers for people.

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

A vital step forward in 🇰🇷

The Republic of Korea, @UNDP, and UN partners have committed to advancing a Global AI Hub.

Together, we will help ensure AI serves people and addresses global challenges.

This is a common endeavor.
Progress depends on working together.

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

Honoured to meet H.E. Prime Minister Min-seok Kim of the Republic of Korea.

Truly grateful for Korea’s steadfast support to @UNDP.

We discussed the new Global AI Hub, leadership on multilateral cooperation, & how to strengthen our future partnership.

@PrimeMinisterKR

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

When crisis hits, recovery cannot wait.

Through #REVIVE, the Republic of Korea is helping communities rebuild infrastructure, services and livelihoods.

Delighted to meet Foreign Minister Hyun Cho to discuss how to strengthen early recovery support in crisis settings.

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

Great talk with students at Seoul National University 🇰🇷

We discussed how #REVIVE, a Korea-@UNDP initiative, is helping young people and others in crisis-hit places rebuild through jobs and services. In a transactional world, this generation reminds us why cooperation still matters.
@alexanderdecroo

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

Just joined Dr. Jiyoon Kim on her “Knowledge Play” podcast.

Really enjoyed the chance to dive deeper into why multilateralism matters more than ever.

Thank you for the excellent conversation.

Looking forward to sharing more soon.

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

One of the most remarkable development journeys in modern history.

The Republic of Korea is today an essential partner in delivering real results for people around the world.

My reflections from Seoul 🇰🇷

@UNDP @undpspc @MOFAkr_eng @ROK_Mission

[Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 @alexanderdecroo]

Good to meet Ambassador Jihoon Cha to further strengthen the Republic of Korea – @UNDP partnership.

Grateful for Korea’s steadfast support, including through REVIVE. Together, we are expanding cooperation from digital and AI to resilient recovery.

@ROK_Mission

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

Strengthening integrity systems in the Pacific through knowledge exchange 🌊🇰🇷 🇹🇴

On April 17, @UNDPSPC and @UNDP_Pacific convened together the #AntiCorruption and Civil Rights Commission (ACRC) of the Republic of Korea and the Tonga Anti-Corruption Commission to exchange insights on #Whistleblower_Protection.

Drawing on Korea’s institutional experience, the discussion explored practical approaches to strengthening whistleblower protection and enhancing integrity systems in Tonga.🤝🛡️

➡️ https://t.co/YWB20suWY0

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

📬 The 2026 2nd Edition of the UNDP Seoul Policy Centre (@UNDPSPC) #Newsletter is out!

A full quarter of global partnerships, new publications, and upcoming events — gathered in one place. 🌍

✉️ Read here: https://t.co/zuVKkXiYXD

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

📢 We're hiring!
@UNDPSPC is looking for an Operations Assistant (NPSA-4) to join our team.

✔️ Admin & operations support
✔️ Open to Korean nationals or those authorized to work in Korea
✔️ Fluency in English & Korean

⏰ Deadline: 22 May 2026, PAM KST
👉 Apply: https://t.co/Z3yVlTm7Sl

#UNDP #UNDPCareers

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

📢 @UNDPSPC’s new publication, “Enhancing People-Centred Access to Justice through Innovation: Lessons from the Republic of Korea” is now available!

Explore how the Republic of Korea has used digital innovation and institutional reform to make legal and justice systems more accessible and people-centred in support of #SDG16. ⚖️

📘Read the full publication here: https://t.co/iJ4BTrzUpC

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

Proud to share that @UNDPSPC and @UNDPTJK hosted an SDG Partnership launch webinar on whistleblower protection, convening experts from @loveacrc and Tajikistan’s anti-corruption agency to discuss objectives and priorities in programme implementation. Stay tuned for updates!

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

Exploring careers at the UN and international organizations with students at Korea University!

@UNDPSPC joined Korea University Career Camp to share career pathways and support interview preparation with student volunteers. 🌍🎓

[UNDP Seoul Policy Centre @UNDPSPC]

What opportunities and barriers do youth social entrepreneurs face in Korea? The new @UNDPSPC knowledge product maps Korea’s youth social entrepreneurship ecosystem and highlights where policy, finance, markets, and innovation can better support inclusion.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/LxaYSrFAM9

[Francine Pickup @f_pickup]

Thank you to the Republic of Korea🇰🇷for continued support & open, constructive dialogue today at the Annual Consultation!

With shared priorities, we look fwd to deepening our partnership🤝 through integrated solutions & joint initiatives as we enter the new @UNDP Strategic Plan.

[UN Development @UNDP]

Confronting fragility and conflict in Africa, supporting governments in harnessing digital and AI tools, and accelerating climate action, the Republic of Korea 🇰🇷 and UNDP work side‑by‑side to advance human development and deliver lasting impact.

#PartnersAtCore