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Rahandusministeerium · 23. oktoober 2024

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Sari: 11-4.1 Rahvusvahelise koostöö korraldamisega seotud kirjavahetus (Arhiiviväärtuslik)
Toimik: 11-4.1/2024
Vastutaja: Martin Põder (Rahandusministeerium, Kantsleri vastutusvaldkond, Euroopa Liidu ja rahvusvahelise koostöö osakond)
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In formation Access Center Project ◈ Background Although the development of ICT accelerates, t he socially marginalized stay out of access, and the global digital divide is widening . Greater e fforts have been made to address the issue , especially since the outbreak of COVID-19, but the gap is still enormous. As part of the efforts to contribute to narrowing the global digital divide, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA) of the Republic of Korea are implementing the “IAC Project” to make ICT more accessible globally , I AC serve as crucial hubs for advancing digital transformation efforts at both national and regional levels. ◈ Project Overview and Scope 1. Establishment of IACs The IAC Project aims to help any beneficiary country establish an IAC, which consists of an ICT t raining room , an ICT lounge , a video conference r oom, and an a dministrative o ffice. The IAC P roject is a matching - fund project where NIA makes all preparation for the operation of an IAC and bears all relevant expenses, such as expenses for interior decoration and ICT equipment , while the beneficiary countr y operat es the center and affords all relevant expenses, such as expenses for the hiring of staff and maintenance , and I nternet fees . It should be noted that the construction of a s pace that will accommodate an IAC is NOT included in the project. The beneficiary country has to prepare a s pace for an IAC. 2. Improvement of IACs To facilitate the operation of IACs and promote the sustainability of the IAC Project, NIA carries out a maintenance project for IACs. The maintenance project covers the expenses for purchasing or upgrading ICT equipment, EXCLUDING the expenses for maintaining the building or the interior. Once the improvement is over, beneficiary countries should operate the center on their own and bear all relevant expenses. The countries should operate their IACs for at least four years. Once the improvement project is completed, the operation should continue for another four years at least. ◈ Application Process S ubmit the Project Concept Paper and an official letter with an authorized signature and seal to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in your country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, and the National Information Society Agency by the 23 rd , August 2024 . The MSIT and NIA will review the submitted proposals and conduct feasibility studies in potential partner countries. Based on the results of the feasibility studies, the MSIT and NIA will inform the final partner country via an official letter. NIA will determine the candidate organization and applicable model for an IAC based on the feasibility studies and reviews conducted by an expert group. For additional information, visit the portal( https://eng.nia.or.kr ) or e-mail [email protected]. Project Concept Paper for the I mprovement of an Information Access Center -1813950 414280 Section I. Overview ※ Read the instructions and examples written in blue carefully and complete the form in detail. Before submitting the form, please delete the instructions and examples. Handwriting is not acceptable. Basic Information Name of country Ministry in charge of ODA Write the name of the ministry (e.g., Ministry of F inance) Ministry in charge of IAC Ministry Write the name of the ministry (e.g., Ministry of Digitalization) Name Write the name of the person in charge of IAC project implementation in the ministry Department/division Telephone number W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile number E-mail address W rite a reachable address for communication. Position Organization in charge of IAC Organization Write the name of the organization (e.g., Seoul National University ) Name Write the name of the person in charge of IAC in the organization Department/division Telephone number W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile number E-mail address W rite a reachable address for communication. Position -543150 3074810 Organization Information Name of O rganization Date of IAC e stablishment MM/DD/YYYY Introduction Briefly explain the organization . IAC Information Location Write the full address of the IAC . P opulation of the region ○ Write the population of the region based on the official announcement. Please provide the name of the administrative region and the approximate population within a 50-60 km radius, which represents the area where students can reasonably commute for in-person education. Since administrative boundaries vary by country, please determine this based on your local context. Power supply ( Electricity) . E x) Over 30,000 watts Network (Internet) capacity E x) 50 Mbps International R&D Network Connection ☞ It is preferable for the IAC building to connect to the international R&D network such as TEIN (for Asian counties), Internet2 (for American countrie, and European counties), directly or indirectly. E x 1 ) The building to which the IAC belong is now using the National R&D network of (county name) with 250 M bps network capacity and the National R&D network is connected to the TEIN. E x2) The candidate organization is not using the National R&D network of (county name) but it is connected to the TEIN. Ex3) There is no National R&D network in (county name) and the organization cannot connect to the international R&D network. Operating h ours E.g. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day or 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday to Friday Main user s / a vg. users per year E.g. U niversity students majoring in computer science / 20,000 Operator I nformation Name / p osition Tel. / m obile E -mail Section II. Environment Analysis 1. Describe your country’s policy priorities in the ICT field. ○ Specify the official titles of the officially announced ICT strategies, policies, roadmaps including the details and the roles of your organizations. 2. Describe the digital divide and digital transformation status in your country and the relevant ICT policies to address the issue. ○ Provide an overview of the issue using disaggregated data and statistics from existing report (refer to ITU Digital Development Dashboard or UN E-Government Survey, etc.) including specific issues and data in the region. ○ Describe how the operation of the IAC has contributed to addressing the issue. Section III. Operations of the IAC 1. Describe any difficulties or issues regarding the operation of the IAC. ○ Describe in detail any problems or difficulties you may have while operating the IAC. Explain how the improvement project can help resolve the issues for your center , i f possible . 2. Describe the condition of the facilities at your IAC. Location Devices Brand/ m odel Quantity Condition ICT L ounge ○ L ist all the ICT equipment and devices . ○ Specify the condition of the equipment in detail ( N ot working, etc.) . I C T t raining room Video conference r oom Admin o ffice * Facilities may vary in each country, so the form may be modif ied according to the facility. ICT L ounge I C T t raining r oom ○ A ttach a photo here . ○ A ttach a photo here . Video conference room Admin . o ffice ○ A ttach a photo here . ○ A ttach a photo here . Section IV . Achievement s of the IAC 1. Describe the major ICT p roject s , ICT t raining course s , and s eminar s in the last three years . ○ The achievements of the center are considered the most important factor when selecting the partner organization for the IAC improvement project. D escribe quantitative figures such a s the number of users, and the number of employment or entrepreneurship support cases through the center. 2. Describe the representative outstanding achievements through the IAC. ○ The achievements of the center are considered the most important factor when selecting the partner organization for the IAC improvement project. D escribe representative outstanding achievements through ICT education or projects within the center with reference such as YouTube link, press releases, and SNS, etc. Section V. Improvement C oncept of the IAC 1 . Yearly p lan for the o peration of the IAC ○ Write a detailed yearly plan for the IAC’s first - year of operation. Training course Date Description Beneficiary S ocial group Number of the B eneficiaries 2 . Required Needed Equipment ○ D escribe why the equipment is needed and the utilization purpose of each piece of equipment (e.g., 3D Printer, drone, IoT equipment, etc . ○ E quipment list may be subject to change during the actual implementation of the project. Product N eed Quantity 3. E ducational demand ☞ The NIA might offer cooperative educational support with Korean ICT experts before and/or after the establishment of an IAC. Please, describe your specific educational demands in detail. S ubjects T arget trainees Description 4. Describe the specific area of i ndustry that your organization is interested in. ○ State one industry priority that your organization wants to improve through ICT. (Transportation, Manufacturing, Health, Education, Tourism, Agriculture, Finance, etc.) 5 . Describe the technologies in the ICT field that you are interested in. ○ State one technology priority that your organization hopes to utilize or introduce. (AI, Bigdata, IoT, Cloud computing, 5G, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Smart city, etc.) 5 . D o you have the intention to reduce the number of supported PCs and enhance existing facilities within the limited budget? If so, specify the enhancement plan. ○ ex) No. We do want to get more PCs rather than facility enhancement. ○ ex) Yes. We do want to get facility enhancement. ○ State the enhancement plan with the purpose of the facilities and equipment like education or R&D or supporting start-ups, etc. -1813950 414280 Section V I . Expected Results 1. Expected beneficiaries and benefits 1.1. Expected outcomes for your country ○ Please describe the expected outcomes, and describe the quantitative numerical value if the expected outcomes can be estimated. (e.g., 10% increase in economic effect due to ICT development) 1 .2. Expected outcomes to IAC center ○ Please describe the expected outcomes, and describe the quantitative numerical value if the expected outcomes can be estimated. (e.g., 10% increase in income of IAC due to growth in users) 1 .3. Expected outcomes for each direct/indirect beneficiary ○ Describe the project’s anticipated target groups and beneficiaries . Specify who are the main users and their approximate number. 2. Expected contribution to the s ustainable d evelopment g oals (SDGs) 2.1. C heck the expected contribution to the SDGs below ( https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/envision2030.html ) ☐ No p overty ☐ Zero h unger ☐ Good h ealth and w ell-being ☐ Quality e ducation ☐ Gender e quality ☐ Clean w ater and s anitation ☐ Affordable and c lean e nergy ☐ Decent w ork and e conomic g rowth ☐ Industry, i nnovation , and i nfrastructure ☐ Reduced i nequality ☐ Sustainable c ities and c ommunities ☐ Responsible c onsumption and p roduction ☐ Climate a ction ☐ Life b elow w ater ☐ Life on l and ☐ Peace , j ustice and s trong i nstitution ☐ Partnerships to achieve the g oal ○ Describe how the project will contribute to achieving the SDGs in terms of the indicators marked above. Explain how the project will bring the anticipated change. This report is p repared by Name Position Minist ry or o rganization Telephone number Department/ d ivision Mobile number Fax number E - mail ☐ I confirm that I thoroughly read and underst and the project overview , and the information given in this concept paper is true, complete , and accurate. 3543300 196215 ( S ignature) (Name of the signee) DD/MM/YYYY 773422 196215 3543300 196215 ( S ignature) (Name of the person representing the m inistry ) (Position) (Name of the m inistry in charge of IAC ) DD/MM/YYYY ( S ignature) (Name of the person representing the o rganization) (Position) (Name of the o rganization in charge of IAC ) DD/MM/YYYY P roject Concept Paper F or 202 6 Korea ICT Leadership Program ( KoIL ) Contents Program Overview 3 Program Detail s 4 Korea ICT Leadership Program 4 Ⅲ. Application 7 Qualification Requirements 7 Application Process 7 Application Form 8 Ⅰ . Program Overview ◈ Introduction As the use of new information and communication technologies (ICT) is advancing and changing rapidly, there is a grave concern that such uneven change is further widening digital inequality . In an effort to resolve global digital polarization , the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea (MSIT) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA) ha ve operated Korea ICT Leadership Program. Korea ICT Leadership Program ( KoIL ) invites public officials, ICT experts, CIO to share the ideas on ICT policy and technology and establish a close network between Korea and the partner country to address challenges on public services through ICT. S ince 1998, 5, 574 policy-makers from 13 7 countries have attended the Korea ICT Leadership Program. ◈ Program Objectives The KoIL Program is designed to strengthen international cooperation and contribute to national informatization of partner countries by providing meetings with public officials and ICT companies in Korea, and planning joint-project with NIA to enhance the ICT policy implementation capacity of policy-makers and improve public services with ICT. Expand international cooperation in the ICT field with Korea Deepen insight on ICT policies and emerging technologies Promote digital transformation by sharing the Korean best practices Ⅱ . Program Details ◈ G lobal ICT Leadership Forum Overview Duration: 2 days in November, 202 6 L ocation : Seoul, Korea Language: English Number of Participants: 10 Government officials Target: Government official in ministerial- or vice-ministerial- level of the ministry or agency in charge of ICT Contents M eeting with high-level officials in the ministry of Science and ICT and NIA S ession on ICT policy (Including speeches and panel discussion) S tudy Visit to ICT institutions of Korea C ulture Experience Support A ccommodation (5-star hotel in Seoul, Korea) F light fare (Round-trip) and Baggage charge Travel and health insurance It is allowed for each participant to accompany one entourage during the forum in Korea, and NIA will cover the all expenses for not only participants but also entourages Program Schedule Date Events Venue D ay 1 ICT Session from Korean ICT experts S eoul, Korea P anel Discussion D ay 2 S tudy Visit to ICT institutions of Korea Cultural Experience Ⅲ . Application ◈ Qualification Requirements Should be a government official (Ministerial or Vice-Ministerial level) of the ministry or agency in charge of ICT B e able to communicate with others and write the reports in English Do not have any identity issues for staying in Korea ◈ Required Documents Please prepare listed documents below. T he documents should be delivered in two ways: One is via e-mail( [email protected] ) and the other is offic ial application through the Ministry and the Korean Embassy in your country. Please send an e-mail before you submit the PCP and letter to the Korean Embassy for us to communicate with the Embassy before your submission. 1) Application Form 2) Official letter from the Ministry or Organization where the candidate belongs with the signature ◈ Application Process Please su bmit the Application Form and an Official Letter with the authorized signature and seal through the Embassy of Republic of Korea in your country, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, and National Information Society Agency by the end of Octobe r , 202 4 . 1) Ministry or Organization where the candidate belongs 2 ) Ministry in charge of ODA 3) Korean Embassy in your country 4 ) Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Korea 5 ) Ministry of Science and ICT and National Information Society Agency In 2025 , the MSIT and NIA will review the submitted proposals. T he MSIT and NIA will send the of offic ial invitation letter to the selecte d candidates in 2026. For additional information regarding the project, please contact [email protected] . Application F orm for the Korea ICT Leadership Program T ype in English and print out , hand-writing is not acceptable S ection I . Participant’s information Basic Information Name of Country Ministry in c harge of ODA Name Ministry/Organization Department/Division Position Duties/Responsibilities Work E-Mail Personal E-Mail Telephone Number Mobile Number Section II. Qualification English Proficiency Listening ☐ Excellent ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Speaking ☐ Excellent ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Writing ☐ Excellent ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Reading ☐ Excellent ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Mother Tongue Other Language(s) As English is the official language used for the project , participant’s English proficiency is an important determinant for application approval. Professional Background ( list 3 most previous positions) Year (from/to) Organization Position Responsibilities / / / Educational Background (list 3 most previous education s ) Institution City/Country Subject Degree/Year Earned / / / / / / Section III. Interest Survey 1 . Describe your country’s policy priorities in the field of ICT. ○ Describe in detail the national priorities and policies related to the development of ICT and what your organization is doing to achieved those goals 2 . Describe the specific area of public services tha t you r government is interested in. ○ State the certain area s of public services that you r government want to improve through ICT . ( Transportation, Manufacturing, Health, Education, Tourism, Agriculture, Finance, etc .) 3 . Describe the technologies in the ICT field tha t you are interested in . ○ State the technologies that you are interested in. (AI, Bigdata, IoT, Cloud computing, 5G, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Smart city, etc.) 4. Describe the projects you are currently cooperating or planning to cooperate with Korean agencies or companies ○ State the title of the projects and the name of the institutes ○ Describe the sub-tasks and the goals of the projects. This report is prepared by: Name Position Department Telephone number Fax number Email ☐ I confirm that I have read and understood the project overview thoroughly and the information given in this concept paper is true, complete and accurate. 3814775 196215 (signature) (Name of the signee) DD/MM/YYYY Digital Public Service Innovation Pilot Project ◈ Background In the digital transformation era, the world recognizes ICT as the foundational SOC (Social Overhead Capital) for all industries. By integrating the latest ICT with various sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, and culture, countries are focusing their national capabilities to enhance efficiency and productivity in operations. In line with these digital transformation trends, governments worldwide strive to integrate advanced ICT into public administration to improve administrative efficiency and provide more convenient services to citizens. Since the early 2000s, the Korean government has implemented various pilot projects to incorporate the latest ICT into administrative services. Korea aims to share its knowledge and experiences by selecting the most successful pilot projects and promoting collaborative initiatives with interested countries. ◈ Project O bjective This project aims to support partner countries in integrating the latest ICT into their public administration, thereby innovating their work processes, increasing operational efficiency, and addressing urgent social issues within their nations. ◈ Project O verview This project, one of Korea's Official Development Assistance (ODA) programs, aims to integrate the latest ICT technologies into public administration to address social issues and innovate public services. Partner countries will select one of the pilot projects that Korea has successfully implemented and collaborate with Korea to establish the pilot project jointly. The pilot project includes establishing an Information Strategy Plan ( ISP) , implementing and operating a pilot digital public service, and training operators and administrators from 2026 to 2027. C ategory C ontents I mproving Administrative Efficiency P ublic sector innovation services to enhance public administration efficiency through the convergence of digital technologies I mproving Citizen’s Convenience S ervices for enhancing citizen convenience and happiness through education, culture, and welfare using digital technologies C itizen Safety S ervices for a safe and healthy life by solving societal risk factors directly related to citizen’s lives with ICT P romoting New Technologies S ervices for creating new value through leading the use of the latest technologies ↑ A rtificial Intelligence R obotics D igital Twin B ig Data M etaverse ◈ Project Description 1. Information Strategic Planning (ISP) First, the NIA will analyze the overall status of public services in the partner country and conduct an assessment to determine the level of suitability for applying public services that best fit the partner country. This will involve an analysis of the partner country's ICT status (such as broadband penetration rate, internet speed, and number of internet users) and public service-related conditions (such as enterprises, legal systems, and organizational structures). Based on the results of this analysis, an Information Strategic Planning (ISP) will be developed to apply a Korean digital public service model in the partner country. The scope of digital public services applicable to the partner country will be defined, and a systematic plan for implementing this will be developed, including strategies for ICT infrastructure, systems, and data management. Specific action plans will be prepared through goal setting and strategic planning. The principle is to build digital public services based on cloud and modular methodologies . 2 . Digital Public Service P ilot I mplementation This phase involves developing digital public services requested by the partner country. Based on pilot projects developed by Korea using the latest ICT, such as AI, IoT, and Big Data, services will be tailored to the specific circumstances of the partner country. While introducing cloud solutions will be prioritized, the development will remain flexible to accommodate the partner country's needs and environment. However, to ensure successful development and future service expansion, the partner country must establish and regularly operate a "service development promotion system" involving participation from industry, academia, research institutes, and government . 3 . Establishment & Operation of the Project Governance The involvement of top decision-makers is paramount to successfully establishing national-level public services. Therefore, a "Digital Public Service Innovation Project" Governance structure needs to be formed around the top decision-makers participating in this project. This governance will also include experts from the partner country's industry, academia, research institutes, and government. Additionally, detailed operational plans for this governance structure will be developed . 4 . Education & Training After establishing public services with the partner country, the NIA will provide education and training to system administrators. Customized education programs will be designed, including the development of teaching materials, based on the roles, levels, and modes of training (online, offline, hybrid) for both system users and administrators . ◈ Application Process Submit the Project Concept Paper and the official letter with an authorized signature and seal to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in your country by October 31 st , 2024 . The MSIT and NIA will review the submitted proposals and conduct feasibility studies in potential countries. Based on the results of the feasibility studies and the contents of the Project Concept Paper, the Korean Government approved the project in 2026. PCP Submission (~October 2024) - Please submit the PCP and the official letter from your organization to the Ministry in charge of ODA in your country. If you don’t know which ministry is in charge of ODA in your country, please send us an e-mail. Approval for ODA project (~October 2024) - Please get approval for the ODA project from the Ministry in charge of ODA and send three documents (PCP, an official letter from your organization, and the other official letter from the ministry in charge of ODA) to the Korean Embassy in your country. Also, please send the PCP an d two official letters to us( [email protected] ) so that we can select the candidate organizations. If you do not submit one of those documents, you will be disadvantaged in the evaluation. Evaluation & Selection (~November 2024) - The MSIT and the NIA will evaluate the PCPs from partner countries and select two candidate organizations to implement the projects in 2026. Pre-feasibility Study (December 2024 ~ February 2025) - The MSIT and the NIA will conduct a pre-feasibility study based on the contents of the PCP. For additional information regarding the project, please send an e-mail to dps @nia.or.kr. Project Concept Paper for Digital Public Service Innovation Project S ection I . Overview ※ R ead the instructions and examples written in blue carefully and complete the form in detail. Before submitting the form , please delete the instructions and examples. Handwriting is not acceptable . Basic Information Name of c ountry Ministry in charge of ODA Write the name of the ministry (e.g., Ministry of F inance) Ministry in charge of this project Ministry W rite the name of the m inistry ( e.g., Ministry of Digitalization ) Name W rite the name of the person in charge of this project implementation in the m inistry Department/ d ivision Telephone number W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile number E-mail address W rite a reachable address for communication. Position Section II. Service Proposal ※ Select one digital public service that your country hopes to i ntroduce. Please click or check the box that you want. If you would like more detailed information about each service , please refer to the appendix below. No Select Service Domain Tech Details 1 ☐ Mobile-Based Smart Notification Administration Fintech Replacing traditional paper notifications sent by mail with smartphone-based electronic notifications to significantly reduce administrative costs and achieve a paperless administration 2 ☐ Intelligent Air Pollutant Management and Forecasting Environment IoT, Big Data Real-time monitoring of fine dust emissions and status, and establishment of a data-driven fine dust forecasting. 3 ☐ Nation-wide Health Information Network Based AI Health Service Healthcare Big Data, Data Platform Establish a national health information network by implementing and connecting Electronic Medical Record systems across hospitals nationwide, and provide AI-based medical services utilizing the accumulated data. 4 ☐ National Water Resource Integrated Management Agriculture, Environment IoT, Big Data An IoT-based real-time management service for dams and reservoirs nationwide to proactively respond to extreme water resource changes caused by climate change. 5 ☐ ICT -based Selection and Analysis of Superior Varieties Agriculture IoT, Big Data Develop and implement ICT-based technologies, including EMR systems, 3D and spectral imaging for crop analysis, and big data analysis for water resources, to enhance administrative efficiency and disaster response in agriculture and related sectors 6 ☐ Online-based Auctions for Agricultural Products Agriculture Big Data, AI Introduce an ICT-based image auction system for agricultural products in public wholesale markets to enhance logistics and auction efficiency, reducing costs and improving space efficiency 7 ☐ IoT-based Smart Livestock Farm Integrated Management System Livestock IoT, Big Data Develop an IoT-based integrated management platform for smart livestock farming to enable interoperability among heterogeneous equipment, enhance facility operations through data analysis, and implement biosensor-based disease surveillance for cattle, resulting in increased production efficiency, cost reduction, and improved disease management 8 ☐ Establishment of a Foundation for Remote Healthcare Healthcare IoT, Big Data Establish remote healthcare services using IoT and big data to improve healthcare accessibility and management for underserved populations, focusing on chronic diseases, through pilot projects, development of a remote healthcare fee structure, and security technology guidelines 9 ☐ Remote Healthcare Service for Ocean-going Vessels Healthcare IoT, Big Data E nhance healthcare access for crew members on ocean-going vessels by installing remote healthcare equipment and providing remote medical consultations, prescriptions, and medication management, thereby reducing costs and improving the welfare of maritime workers 10 ☐ After-care Services for Patients with Severe Illnesses Post-discharge Healthcare IoT, Big Data Develop and validate a smart technology-based After-Care service for patients with severe illnesses post-surgery or discharge, integrating sensor data, life log analysis, management systems, and rehabilitation education to enhance recovery, improve quality of life, and facilitate commercialization and global collaboration. 1 1 ☐ K-Smart Factory Pilot Project Manufacturing IoT, Big Data , Cloud Enhance the competitiveness of domestic SMEs by developing and piloting smart factory technologies using IoT, big data, and cloud computing in a die-casting factory, focusing on real-time communication, integrated management, and cloud services to optimize production and reduce costs 1 2 ☐ D rone-based Automated Forest Pest and Disease Detection E nvironment I oT, Big D ata, Drone, AI C ombat the spread of pine wilt disease by utilizing drones for data collection and AI for spread prediction, thereby reducing labor and costs while enhancing management and control efforts through integration with existing forest management systems 1 3 ☐ Smart Campus Pilot Project E ducation I oT, Big Data Create a smart campus environment using NFC and GPS technologies integrated with smartphones to manage facility usage, track student attendance, and streamline asset management, thereby reducing hardware costs and improving operational efficiency and convenience 1 4 ☐ S tore and Market Evaluation Services through Data Analysis S mall Business I oT, B ig Data Improve startup success for small businesses by providing comprehensive, data-driven store and market evaluations using information from credit transactions, real estate data, and business licensing records, thus offering tailored insights for better decision-making and expanding analysis coverage for various sectors 15 ☐ AI-based Electronic Monitoring Service for Preventing Violent Crimes A dministration, Safety I oT, B ig Data, AI Prevent violent crimes by automating routine alerts, enhancing the efficiency of control personnel and probation officers, and providing personalized support for monitored individuals, ultimately reducing labor costs and improving crime prevention through early risk prediction 1 6 ☐ S ign Language Interpretation System W elfare B ig Data, AI Provide AI-based sign language interpretation services to address the high illiteracy rate and shortage of interpreters among the hearing impaired, translating government information into sign language videos, and developing a motion recognition system for real-time communication, thereby reducing communication barriers and administrative costs 1 7 ☐ B ig Data-based Home Solar Management System E nergy I oT, B ig Data, AI Optimize home solar power usage and maintenance by developing a mobile web service that uses IoT to collect and manage generation and usage data, analyze and predict solar power trends with AI, and provide real-time alerts for proactive maintenance, thereby reducing power loss, maintenance costs, and social costs 1 8 ☐ Intelligent Cultural Information Curating Bot C ulture I oT, B ig Data, AI, Robot, Cloud Develop autonomous robots equipped with natural language processing to provide multilingual exhibition guidance and translation services in cultural spaces, thereby increasing visitor satisfaction and promoting the use of AI and robotics technology in the private sector 1 9 ☐ AI-based subsurface environment pollution prediction and management E nvironment I oT, B ig Data, AI Establish an AI-based system for predicting and managing subsurface environmental pollution by installing real-time monitoring sensors, building a comprehensive spatial big data database, and developing AI models to forecast pollution scenarios, thereby reducing management and remediation costs by 30% and enhancing the analysis of vulnerable areas. 2 0 ☐ I ris and Video-based Automated Immigration Inspection for Crew A dministration I oT, B ig Data, AI Streamline immigration processing for crew members by developing an intelligent automated immigration inspection system using iris recognition and intelligent CCTV technology, reducing waiting times and operational costs while enhancing security and efficiency 2 1 ☐ I ntelligent Road Pavement Condition Prediction and Prevention T ransportation, Safety I oT, B ig Data, AI Modernize road pavement management by implementing an AI-based system that uses IoT to collect and analyze road condition data, predict pavement deterioration, and provide automated maintenance recommendations, thereby reducing costs, enhancing public safety, and improving the efficiency of road maintenance Section I I I . B ackground & Status 1. Describe the background and need for the service in your country ○ Describe what led you to choose the service, including need, urgency, etc. 2 . Describe c urrent problem and restrictions related to the service in your country ○ Describe the problems with the current service and how to improve it ○ Identify constraints, such as risks that may affect service delivery or require consultation 3 . Describe the current s tatus of the target service in your country ○ Describe service-related tasks (business name, performance entity, main content) and processing procedures (processes) 4 . Describe the system related to the target service in your country. ○ Describe the system development and operational status related to the service in detail Section Ⅳ . Implementation Plan 1 . Describe the purpose of implementing the public service ○ State what you want to accomplish with the public service and what you hope to achieve with it 2 . D escribe the conceptual diagram of the target service ○ Describe the target system identifying the service users, target, etc. 3 . D escribe the d etails of the target service that you want to develop ○ Write specific details of each component of the system to be developed through the project 4 . D escribe the legal framework related to the target service (If necessary) ○ Describe the specific response plan (implementation content, timing, method, etc.) to improvements, such as laws, systems, and standardization, as suggested in "Section III -2 " 5 . D escribe the governance regarding the project and target service in your country ○ Write the performance management system and role sharing with the stakeholders involved in the project 6 . D escribe the project implementation schedule ○ Make a draft schedule from planning to development and operational stages of the project 7 . Describe the expected results from the digital public service innovation ○ (Performance Indicators) Discovering performance indicators that can confirm the achievement of the project objectives and presenting annual goals ○ (Expected outcomes) Presenting the overall quantitative and qualitative expected effects of the improvements obtained from the perspective of beneficiaries according to the provision of services developed through the project This report is prepared by Name Position Ministry or o rganization Telephone number Department/ d ivision Mobile number Fax number E - mail ☐ I confirm that I thoroughly read and underst and the project overview , and the information given in this concept paper is true, complete , and accurate. 3543300 196215 ( S ignature) (Name of the signee) DD/MM/YYYY 3906520 186690 ( S ignature) (Name of the person representing the m inistry) (Position) (Name of the m inistry in charge of the IAC) DD/MM/YYYY In formation Access Center Project ◈ Background Although the development of ICT accelerates , t he socially marginalized stay out of access , and the global digital divide is widening . Greater e ffort s ha ve been made to address the issue , especially since the outbreak of COVID-19, but the gap is still enormous. As part of the efforts to contribute to narrow ing the global digital divide, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA) of the Republic of Korea are implementing the “IAC Project” to make ICT more accessible globally , I AC serve as crucial hubs for advancing digital transformation efforts at both national and regional levels. ◈ Project Overview and Scope 1. Establishment of IAC s The IAC Project aims to help any beneficiary country establish an IAC, which consists of a digital education room, a digital lounge, a digital meeting room (this space also includes video conferencing facilities), and an administrator’s office. The IAC P roject is a matching - fund project where NIA makes all preparation for the operation of an IAC and b ears all relevant expenses, such as expenses for interior decoration an d ICT equipment , while the beneficiary countr y operat e s the center and afford s all relevant expenses, such as expenses for the hiring of staff and maintenance , and I nternet fees . It should be noted that the construction of a s pace that will accommodate an IAC is NOT included in the project. The b eneficiary countr y ha s to prepare a s pace for an IAC . 2. Improvement of IAC s To facilitate the operation of IAC s and promote the sustaina bility of the IAC P roject, NIA carries out a maintenance project for IACs. The maintenance project covers the expenses for purchasing or upgrading ICT equipment , EXCLUDING the expenses for maintaining the space or th e interior. Once the improvement is over, beneficiary countr ies should operat e the center on their own and bear all relevant expenses. The countries should operate their IAC s for at least four years. Once the improvement project is completed , the operation should continue for another four years at least . ◈ Application Process S ubmit the Project Concept Paper and an o fficial l etter with an authorized signature and seal to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in your country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, and the National Information Society Agency by the 23 rd , August 202 4 . T he MSIT and NIA will review the submitted proposals and conduct feasibility stud ies in potential partner countr ies . Based on the results of the feasibility stud ies , the MSIT and NIA will inform the final partner country via an official letter. NIA will determine the candidate organization and applicable model for an IAC based on the feasibility stud ies and review s conducted by an expert group . For additional information , visit the portal( https://eng.nia.or.kr ) or e - mail [email protected]. Project Concept Paper for the E stablishment of an Information Access Center S ection I . Overview ※ R ead the instructions and examples written in blue carefully and complete the form in detail. Before submitting the form , please delete the instructions and examples. Handwriting is not acceptable . Basic Information Name of c ountry Ministry in charge of ODA ☞ The M inistry oversees ODA projects, representing the country in ODA matters, and directly liaising with the Korean embassy. It holds diplomatic responsibility for this project. Write the name of the ministry (e.g., Ministry of F inance) Ministry in charge of IAC ☞ The Ministry is responsible for implementing the project, with authority to manage the institution where the IAC will be established. It bears legal responsibility if the project fails due to local circumstances. Ministry W rite the name of the m inistry ( e.g., Ministry of Digitalization ) Name W rite the name of the person in charge of IAC project implementation in the m inistry Department/ d ivision Telephone n umber W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile n umber E-mail a ddress W rite a reachable address for communication. Position Candidate Organization and the person in charge of IAC Project Organization Write the name of the organization (e.g., Seoul National University ) Name Write the name of the person in charge of IAC in the organization Department/ d ivision Telephone n umber W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile n umber E-mail a ddress W rite a reachable address for communication. Position ※ The organization intending to operate an IAC must have an affiliation with the relevant ministry and obtain permission to establish and operate the IAC throughout the project's duration. Moreover, the building designated for the IAC should be available for a minimum of four years. Candidate Organization Information in detail Name of organization Location ○ W rite the full address of the organization. Location at google maps P opulation of the region ○ Write the population of the region based on the official announcement . Please provide the name of the administrative region and the approximate population within a 50-60 km radius, which represents the area where students can reasonably commute for in-person education. Since administrative boundaries vary by country, please determine this based on your local context. Description ○ Write in detail the purpose and main functions of the organization. Advantage ○ Describe the organization’s unique values and experiences in detail that will help enhance the quality of the proposed project. ○ Briefly outline the beneficiary’s contributions to the pro ject , both financially and non-financially. O rganization c lassification ☐ Government ☐ Public Organization ☐ University Section I I . Environment Analysis 1. Describe your country’s policy priorities in the ICT field . ○ Describe in detail the national priorities and policies relat ing to the development of ICT and the role of your organization in that sens e. ○ Please specify the exact title of the official policy or strategy document released by your country, and describe the content related to the establishment of the IAC in that document. 2. Describe the digital divide and digital transformation status in your country and the rel evant ICT p olicies to address the issue. ○ Provide an overview of the issue using disaggregated data and statistics from existing reports . ○ Describe who is involved in the project and how much the project contributes to solving the problems identified. 3. Describe the organizational structure of ODA system a nd process of ODA ○ Specify the official procedures for obtaining approval for ODA projects and receiving official documents through the ministry in charge of ODA. 4. C ollaboration with Korea or Other Countries on Similar Infrastructure Projects ○ Please describe any support, collaboration, or partnerships with Korea or any other countries (e.g., France, Japan) on similar infrastructure projects 5. Describe the stakeholder analysis ○ P lease visualize the stakeholders' diagram related to the project Ex) Section I I I. The IAC Concept ※ The IAC Establishment project involves indoor construction work. Therefore, the building that is proposed as candidate must be capable of undergoing interior const ruction including modifications to existing ceilings, floors, and other interior structures. Information on the IAC site Location of the IAC site ☞ The IAC Project does not support the construction of a building; thus, the site specified here should be in a building. Write the building address . E x) Cheonggyecheon-ro 14, Jung-Gu, Seoul, Repulic of Korea. Location at google maps E x) https://goo.gl/maps/wwoTXnL5XGozWBUb6 Total space of IAC site ☞ The size of the space shall not be less than 300 ㎡ but not more than 400 ㎡ . Ex) A bout 350 ㎡ Year of Construction ☞ It is preferable to propose candidate buildings that were constructed after 1990. If the building is too old to establish an IAC, it will be a deduction factor in evaluating the proposal and changing the candidate building can be required by the NIA. Ex) The construction year of the IAC site is 2010, and it underwent renovation in 2015. Ownership of the building ☞ The candidate building should be owned by the operating organization (candidate organization). E x) It is owned by “name of the organization ” Accessibility ☞ Write the public transportation and floating population of the area. E x) To reach the IAC site, the transportation modes such as public transport, private cars, and taxis can be taken. There is approximately 50,000 population in the locality including the district administration, trade and industry centers, municipality, schools and colleges, corporate and private agencies, and autonomous and business entities. Power supply ( Electricity) ☞ The IAC site should support a minimum power of 18,000 watts. E x) Over 30,000 watts Network (Internet) capacity ☞ The candidate building should support a minimum 20 Mbps internet connection. E x) 50Mbps International R&D Network Connection ☞ It is preferable for the candidate building to connect to the international R&D network such as TEIN (for Asian counties) , Internet2 (for American countries , and Gean t (for European counties) , directly or indirectly. E x 1 ) The candidate organization is now using the National R&D network of (county name) with 250 M bps network capacity and the National R&D network is connected to the TEIN. E x2) The candidate organization is not using the National R&D network of (county name) but it is connected to the TEIN. Ex3) There is no National R&D network in (county name) and the organization cannot connect to the international R&D network. If the pro posed space structure is unsuitable for the establishment of the IAC space , can the NIA proceed with partial demolition, or other repair of some parts like walls, lights, etc.? ☐ Y es ☐ NO If the building is determined to be unsuitable, is there an alternative building available in the same region? ☐ Y es ☐ NO Note : The selection of the IAC site proposed by the relevant country requires an official decision by the Korean government, which may take more than one year. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the overall project timeline and ensure that site recommendations and related processes are aligned with this schedule. ※ The IAC can be designed in two alternative type s, based on the specific requirements of the country for which you are applying . Please check ☒ one of the below two available types . Applicable IAC Types Type ☐ IAC Lounge ☐ IAC DX (digital transformation) Main goal Providing greater public access to the Internet and offering basic ICT education Bridging the digital divide through ICT education, enhancing information accessibility in communities, promoting digital literacy and AI research, and supporting innovation, digital skills, startups, and SMEs. Facilities Digital education room, Digital lounge, Digital meeting room, Administrators Office, etc. . AI Development Center, Digital education room, Digital lounge, Digital meeting room, Administrators Office Equipment ※ The total amount of budget for the IAC Lounge and IAC DX is the same. Laptops or desktops , printer s , smart board s, video conferencing system s , VR, etc. Laptop s or desktop s , IoT education toolkits , AI/C lou d server, data analysis SW, a video conferencing system, projector s , smart board s , 3D printer, VR, etc. Requirement or recommendation Internet speed of over 20 Mbps Internet speed of over 100 Mbps ※ Cost of Labor and operating expenses such as electricity for running the center are not supported. Additional applicable IAC Type Type ☐ IAC M obile Main goal Bridg e the d igital d ivide between urban and rural area s Recommended l ocation s Rural area s Facilit ies Bus Equipment Laptop s , p rinter s , c abinet s , p rojector s , e lectronic b lackboard s , d igital p odium s , etc. ※ You can apply for the IAC Mobile type separately from the IAC DX and Lounge types. The application for IAC Mobile is independent of the application for IAC Lounge/DX. Please consider choosing this solely in cases where a genuine demand exists. ※ Operating costs such as fuel expenses and driver salaries are not supported. ※ The organization must establish a safety management policy for IAC Mobile. 1. Reason for c hoosing the IAC Type (IAC Lounge or IAC DX / and IAC Mobile if you selected ) ○ Please describ e the precise rationales for opting for the IAC Lounge or IAC DX type , considering factors such as national, ministerial , institutional, and local demands . S pecify the current status and problems that your organization hopes to solve through IAC as well. ○ Specify the primary purpose of the IAC. (Choose one: enhancing digital accessibility, creating business opportunities, or capacity building) 2 . E ducational demand ☞ The NIA might offer a cooperative educational support with Korean ICT experts before and/or after establishment of an IAC. Please, describe your specific educational demands in detail. S ubjects T arget trainees D escription 3 . Yearly IAC operational plan ○ Write a detailed yearly plan for the IAC’s operation. 2 026 Training course Date Description Beneficiary S ocial group Number o f the E xpect B eneficiaries 2 027 Training course Date Description Beneficiary S ocial group Number of the E xpect B eneficiaries 2 028 Training course Date Description Beneficiary S ocial group Number of the E xpect B eneficiaries 4. I AC Administrators ○ D escribe how many operators will be involved in this project, and who they are (name, position, etc.), and what their role is. Name P osition Roles 5 . Photo of the IAC site ○ Attach photo s of the building to accommodate an IAC . N ote that the IAC Project does not support the construction of a building . T he photo should show the building for an IAC. Bird’s eye view Photo of the interior of an IAC building Location map Floor plan of the building Floor plan of the IAC site ○ Please submit the files as attachments separately. (ex. Title: Education Room.) Section III. Expected Results 1. Expected Outcomes/Impacts 1.1. Expected outcomes for your country ○ Please describe the expected outcomes, and describe the quantitative numerical value if the expected outcomes can be estimated. (e.g., 10% increase in economic effect due to ICT development) 1 .2. Expected outcomes to IAC center ○ Please describe the expected outcomes, and describe the quantitative numerical value if the expected outcomes can be estimated. (e.g., 10% increase in income of IAC due to growth in users) 1 .3. Expected outcomes for each direct/indirect beneficiary ○ Describe the project’s anticipated target groups and beneficiaries . Specify who are the main users and their approximate number. ○ Describe the expected outcome s and benefits that will be achieved through the IAC P roject. (e.g., 5% increase in employment rate due to improvement of utilization ability of ICT of employees/founders) 2. Expected contribution s to the s ustainable d evelopment g oals (SDGs) 2.1. C heck the expected contribution s to the SDGs belo w ( https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/envision2030.html ) ☐ No p overty ☐ Zero h unger ☐ Good h ealth and w ell-being ☐ Quality e ducation ☐ Gender e quality ☐ Clean w ater and s anitation ☐ Affordable and c lean e nergy ☐ Decent w ork and e conomic g rowth ☐ Industry, i nnovation , and i nfrastructure ☐ Reduced i nequality ☐ Sustainable c ities and c ommunities ☐ Responsible c onsumption and p roduction ☐ Climate a ction ☐ Life b elow w ater ☐ Life on l and ☐ Peace , j ustice and s trong i nstitution ☐ Partnerships to achieve the g oal ○ Describe how the project will contribute to achieving the SDG s in terms of the indicators marked above. Explain how the project will bring the anticipated change. Section I V . Environmental and Social Safeguard Screening Questionnaires 1. Preliminary questions [1-1] Is this a development consultation project? ☐ Yes ☐ No [1-2] Does this project include facility/infrastructure construction? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☞ If your answer to [1-1] is “yes” and your answer to [1-2] is “no,” please do not proceed to N o. 2. 2. Project Overview 2-1. Location or address of the project site 〔〕 2-2. Basic information related to the project including the scale ☐ Drawing/satellite photo (check if attached) 2-3. Major impacts of the project ① Does the project support the construction of a new building, or the extension or repair of an existing building? ☐ Yes (Land area : ) ☐ No ☐ Don’t know ② Will the project change topography or land use? ☐ Yes (Land area : ) ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know ③ Will the project include the development or use of water resources? ☐ Yes (Amount: ) ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know ④ Will the project cause occurrence of waste? ☐ Yes (Amount: ) ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know ⑤ Will the project result in the involuntary relocation of local residents? ☐ Yes (Number of people: ) ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know ⑥ Is the project likely to cause complaints from or disputes with local residents? ☐ Yes (Reason: ) ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know 3. W hether the project is subject to your country’s requirements for environmental impact assessment, etc . 3-1. Does your country have laws or regulations relat ing to environmental/social impact assessment s ? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know 3-2. Is the project subject to an environmental/social impact assessment or other relevant impact assessment s under these laws or regulations? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Don ’ t know ☞ If your answer to the above question is “yes” and your country separately categorizes laws or regulations to deal with the environment and society, please state the relevant category. 〔〕 3-3. If the project is subject to a n environmental/social impact assessment and environmental/social management plan, mark where applicable. ☐ Completed ☐ Underway ☐ Scheduled ☐ Not Completed (date/time: ) 4. C haracteristics of the p roject site and the type of the project 4-1. Is the project site located in or adjacent to an area listed below? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☞ If your answer to the above question is “yes,” mark all that appl y . ☐ Virgin forest or tropical forest ☐ Ecologically important habitat areas (coral reef, mangrove wetland, tidal flats) ☐ Habitat of rare species protected by domestic laws or international treaties ☐ Areas with risk of soil erosion on a large scale ☐ Areas with notable desertification tendency ☐ Government-designated reserve area s such as national park s ☐ Archaeologically, historically, or culturally valuable areas ☐ Living areas of ethnic peoples, indigenous peoples, or nomads who retain a traditional lifestyle ☐ A densely populated area that poses a risk of large - scale involuntary relocation of people ☐ An area with special social value 4-2. Does the project fall under one of the categories listed below? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☞ If your answer to the foregoing question is “yes,” please mark all that appl y ☐ Hydropower, dams, and reservoirs ☐ Roads, railroads, and bridges ☐ Water supply, sewage treatment ☐ Stream and erosion control ☐ Mining development ☐ Tourism ☐ Forestry ☐ Urban development ☐ Airport/port ☐ Solid waste treatment ☐ Power transmission and distribution lines ☐ Industrial development ☐ Agriculture involving large-scale land clearing or irrigation ☐ Fishery 5. Environmental/social impact Question Yes No Don ’ t know Note Is the project likely to have an impact on a n ecologically important or sensitive area nearby (e.g. , wetland, stream, coast, mountain, forest)? 2. Is the project likely to have an impact on a natural scenery or geographic feature nearby ? 3. Is the project site close to a culturally or historically valuable area? 4. Does the project considerably encroach on an area that needs environmental consideration or alter the surface or physical properties of the nearby land ? 5. Does the project require a large amount of water or energy during construction or operation? 6. Will the project require a water supply, sewerage, or transportation that current infrastructure facilities cannot provide? 7. Will the project produce a large amount of waste, particularly of hazardous or toxic nature? 8. Will the project produce a large amount of drain water or air pollutants? 9. Will the project have a serious impact on a n important body of water nearby ? 10. Is the project likely to have a serious impact on surface/underground water in terms of amount or quality? 11. Does the project require lodging facilities or other accommodations for workers during construction or operation? 12. Does the project require the us e of a large amount of fertilizer or pesticide? 13. Does the project involve the introduction of foreign species of wildlife to the area? 14. Does the project involve any risk of turning the area into a habitat for pests or animals carrying infectious diseases? 15. Will the project cause harm to people in a densely populated area nearby due to air pollution, noise, vibrations, or stench? 16. Will the project cause serious soil erosion or degradation due to the location of the project site (e.g. , steep slope or vulnerable soil area)? 17. Will the project cause an influx or relocation of a large number of people in the area? 18. Will the project cause the involuntary relocation of a large number of people elsewhere? 19. Will the project cause a change in local residents’ lifestyle s ? 20. Will the project have a negative impact on cultural heritage/sites in the area? This report is prepared by Name Position Ministry or o rganization Telephone number Department/ d ivision Mobile number Fax number E - mail ☐ I confirm that I thoroughly read and underst and the project overview , and the information given in this concept paper is true, complete , and accurate. ( S ignature of the document preparer ) (Name of the document preparer ) (Position) DD/MM/YYYY Note : The document preparer and the two final decision-makers from each agency must be different individuals. If the conditions are not met, this PCP may not be considered an official PCP ( Signature of the final decision-maker from the Ministry ) (Name of the person representing the m inistry) (Position) (Name of the m inistry in charge of the IAC) DD/MM/YYYY ( S ignature of the final decision-maker from the Agency ) (Name of the person representing the o rganization) (Position) (Name of the o rganization in charge of the IAC) DD/MM/YYYY Saatja: "Astana Civil Service Hub" <[email protected]> Teema: [News from ACSH Partner] Call for Project Concept Paper for MSIT & NIA Projects Kuupäev: 2024-10-23 12:27 Tähelepanu! Tegemist on välisvõrgust saabunud kirjaga. Tundmatu saatja korral palume linke ja faile mitte avada. Dear Honorary ACSH Partners, The Astana Civil Service Hub (ACSH) would like to extend sincere appreciation to you and share the news from its partner institution. The Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA) in the Republic of Korea are running several projects aimed at bridging the global digital divide, and are seeking to conduct survey to identify the demand for implementing these projects with NIA for 2026. You are invited to participate in the calls for proposals for five different projects. The detailed information about each Project and the format of the Project Concept Paper (PCP) for the projects is given in the attached files for your further use. You may reach out to the following focal points for more information: - 1) Information Access Center - Establishment (focal point’s contact: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]) - 2) Information Access Center - Improvement (focal point’s contact: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]) - 3) Korea ICT Leadership Program (focal point’s contact: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]) - 4) AI Data Ecosystem Development Project (focal point’s contact: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]) - 5) Digital Public Service Innovation Pilot Project (focal point’s contact: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]) In case if you are interested to apply, please kindly submit PCP and official letters by November 30th (extended deadline). In addition to that, the NIA is planning to hold an online Q&A session for theseprojects on October 24th, at 5 PM (GMT+9). For the connection to the event, please kindly register via this link: <https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucO-uqDgqH9ZboE-mHlRIfSuVly5sCrqS> https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucO-uqDgqH9ZboE-mHlRIfSuVly5sCrqS Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact either focal points for each project or Jinsu IM, Senior Manager of the NIA at <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]. Thank you in advance and with kind regards, ACSH Secretariate Astana Civil Service Hub United Nations Development Programme 14 Azerbaizhan Mambetov Street, Astana, 010000, Republic of Kazakhstan e-mail: <mailto:acsh@undp.> [email protected] Tel: <tel:+77172696544> + 7 7172 69 65 44 Fax: <tel:+77172696540> +7 7172 69 65 40 <http://www.astanacivilservicehub.org/> www.astanacivilservicehub.org A I Data Ecosystem Development Project ◈ Background Recently, as artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged as a central focus in ICT, countries around the world are concentrating their national capabilities on fostering their AI industries. Since the advent of AlphaGo in 2016, the interest in AI has primarily centered around models. Over the years, the global community has strived to overcome the technical challenges of AI through various models based on artificial neural networks, working to develop faster and more efficient models. However, this trend of model-centric AI development has swiftly shifted towards data-centric AI development with the rise of services based on Large Language Models (LLMs), such as chatGPT . At the core of this shift is data. For LLMs to achieve high performance, high-quality, large-scale data is essential. Consequently, leading AI nations are focusing on establishing robust data ecosystems to nurture their AI industries and secure national competitiveness in AI. R emarkably, given the nature of AI that evolves through continuous learning of new data, establishing a national-level data ecosystem capable of supplying a steady stream of new data is crucial for every country, determining the success of their future AI industry development. Therefore, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) and the National Information Society Agency (NIA) of the Republic of Korea are launching the "AI Data Ecosystem Development Project" to share Korea's extensive experience and expertise accumulated over decades in building a data ecosystem and to enhance global cooperation in the AI sector. ◈ Project O verview As the importance of data in artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, countries around the world are either building or preparing to build data ecosystems for AI. However, many of these countries face two main challenges: first, they do not know wh ich steps to take to establish a data ecosystem , and second, they are unsure of the order to carry out the necessary tasks. Countries facing the first challenge spend so much time determining what needs to be done and planning that they fail to start the actual construction of the ecosystem or miss essential components. Countries facing the second challenge might invest significant budgets and efforts into building a data platform in the wrong order, resulting in a n incomplete system. The project includes status analysis, developing a data classification model and a data platform, and training operators and administrators from 2026 to 2029. To understand the data ecosystem in Korea, please refer to the World Bank publication "Enabling Data-Driven Innovation—Learning from Korea's Data Policies and Practices for Harnessing AI." ◈ Project Objective This project aims to address these challenges by sharing Korea's experience and expertise in building a data ecosystem comprising a Public Data Platform, Big Data Platform, and AI Data Platform. The goal is to collaborate with partner countries aspiring to develop their AI industries by establishing a suitable data platform based on Korea's proven methodologies. Through this project, we will assist partner countries in effectively and efficiently building their data ecosystems to foster their AI industries. ◈ Project Description 1. Status Analysis & Readiness Diagnosis The project will analyze the overall data-related status of the partner countries and assess their readiness to establish the most suitable data platform. To achieve this, we will: Conduct a thorough analysis of the partner countries' general ICT status (e.g., broadband penetration rate, internet speed, number of internet users) and data-related conditions (e.g., market size, enterprises, legal frameworks, organizational structures, public-private data platforms). Based on the results of this analysis and referencing Korea's experience, we will determine the appropriate type of platform to be established in the partner countries. Diagnose the partner countries' readiness for each platform element (e.g., governance, laws and regulations, standards, systems, etc.). 2 . Development of Data Classification Model Drawing on the data classification model that underpins Korea's data ecosystem, we will develop a suitable data classification model for the partner countries. This model will consider the function and purpose of the data, including the data producers and managers (public, private), sectors (agriculture, healthcare, education, etc.), and data formats (structured, unstructured, semi-structured). Additionally, we will design the metadata standard considering global standards such as DCAT and Schema.org to facilitate future data exchange and integration across regions, countries, and systems. 3 . Development of A Data Platform Desired by the Partner Country Considering the ICT environment of the partner countries, we will design and develop a data platform tailored to their needs. To ensure future scalability and interoperability, the platform will be designed on a cloud-based architecture. We will develop a "modular data platform" that allows for easy separation and combination of functions (or services), facilitating flexible adaptation and growth . 4 . Establishment & Operation of the Project Governance To successfully establish a national data ecosystem, the involvement of top decision-makers is paramount. Therefore, we will form a "Data Platform Development Project Governance" centered around the top decision-makers participating in this project. This governance body will include data experts from industry, academia, research, and government sectors in the partner countries. Additionally, we will develop detailed operational plans for this governance structure to ensure effective implementation and oversight. 5 . Education & Training After establishing the data platform in the partner countries, we will conduct education and training programs for both users and platform administrators. These programs will be customized based on the roles, levels, and methods (online, offline, hybrid) suitable for the users and administrators. We will design tailored education programs, develop training materials, and deliver personalized education and training sessions to ensure effective utilization and management of the platform. ◈ Application Process Submit the Project Concept Paper and the official letter with an authorized signature and seal to the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in your country through the Ministry in charge of ODA in your country by October 31 st , 202 4 . The MSIT and NIA will review the submitted proposals and conduct feasibility studies in potential countries in 2025 . Based on the results of the feasibility studies and the contents of the Project Concept Paper, the Korean Government approved the project in 2026. PCP Submission (~October 2024) - Please submit the PCP and the official letter from your organization to the Ministry in charge of ODA in your country. If you don’t know which ministry is in charge of ODA in your country, please send us an e-mail. Approval for ODA project (~October 2024) - Please get approval for the ODA project from the Ministry in charge of ODA and send three documents (PCP, an official letter from your organization, an d the other official letter from the ministry in charge of ODA) to the Korean Embassy in your country. Also, please send the PCP and t wo official letter s to us( [email protected] ) so that we can select the candidate organizations. If you do not submit one of those documents, you will be disadvantage d in the evaluation. Evaluation & Selection (~November 2024) - The MSIT and the NIA will evaluate the PCPs from partner countries and select two candidate organizations to implement the projects in 2026. Pre-feasibility Study (December 2024 ~ February 2025) - The MSIT and the NIA will conduct a pre-feasibility study based on the contents of the PCP. For additional information regarding the project, please send an e-mail to aides @nia.or.kr. Project Concept Paper for AI Data Ecosystem Development Project S ection I . Basic Information ※ R ead the instructions and examples written in blue carefully and complete the form in detail. Before submitting the form , please delete the instructions and examples. Handwriting is not acceptable . Name of c ountry Write the name of the country Ministry in charge of ODA Write the name of the ministry (e.g., Ministry of F inance) Ministry in charge of this project Ministry W rite the name of the m inistry ( e.g., Ministry of Digitalization ) Name W rite the name of the person in charge of this project implementation in the m inistry Department/ d ivision Telephone n umber W rite a reachable number for communication. Mobile n umber E-mail a ddress W rite a reachable address for communication. Position Section II. Platform Selection ※ Select one data platform that your country hopes to i ntroduce. Please click or check the box that you want. If you would like more detailed information about each platform, please refer to the appendix below. For even more comprehensive information, please refer to the World Bank's publication "Enabling Data-Driven Innovation - Learning from Korea’s Data Policies and Practices for Harnessing AI." N o S elect Platform D etails 1 ☐ AI Replacing traditional paper notifications sent by mail with smartphone-based electronic notifications to significantly reduce administrative costs and achieve a paperless administration 2 ☐ Big Data Real-time monitoring of fine dust emissions and status, and establishment of a data-driven fine dust forecasting. 3 ☐ Open Data Establish a national health information network by implementing and connecting Electronic Medical Record systems across hospitals nationwide, and provide AI-based medical services utilizing the accumulated data. Section I I I . Environment Analysis 1. Describe your country’s data industry status . ○ Provide a detailed explanation of the data market trends over the past five years, the current status of data companies, the state of the data workforce, and the existing data platforms in operation. This section is critical as it will serve as foundational information to determine which type of data platform is most urgently needed in your country . Therefore, it is essential to include as many specific figures and statistics as possible. 2 . Describe your country’s policy priorities in d ata . ○ Provide a detailed description of the national data-related policies, including data strategies, master plans, and implementation plans. Given the nature of data, strong government commitment is essential. Therefore, it is important to include information that this project is part of the ongoing or planned government data policies, ensuring it is not a one-time effort but a sustained initiative backed by the government. 3 . Describe the data governance in your country . ○ Provide a detailed description of all institutions that constitute national data governance, including national-level governance, a coordination body for supporting national-level governance operations, ministry-level governance, a supporting agency for policy formulation and technical expertise in data, and a dispute resolution body for resolving data-related conflicts. 4 . Describe data -related laws and regulations. ○ Explain all laws and regulations related to the openness, utilization, and protection of data, such as the Act on Open Government Data, the Act on Promotion of Big Data Utilization, and the Data Protection Act. 5 . Describe data -related s tandards. ○ Describe the national standards governing metadata standards, data sharing standards, open data standards, and other standards related to data set at the national level. 6 . Describe data -related systems. ○ Describe data-related systems operated by both public and private sectors. For example, provide a detailed explanation if there is an operational open government data portal. Additionally, if there are services actively utilized by the private sector, please describe them in detail. Section I Ⅴ . Project Proposal O bjective ○ Explain all laws and regulations related to the openness, utilization, and protection of data, such as the Act on Open Government Data, the Act on Promotion of Big Data, and the Data Protection Act. S pecific Data Platform desired to developed ○ Provide a detailed explanation on what platforms will be built for various types of data (public, private), data formats (structured, unstructured, semi-structured), and data domains (agriculture, healthcare, transportation, telecommunications, etc.). It is recommended to provide a detailed description of the current status regarding data in these areas. P roject Governance ○ Given that the strong commitment of the partner country is the most critical factor in successfully establishing a data ecosystem, it is necessary to establish detailed plans for structuring and operating robust project governance that includes heads of the agencies responsible for this project in the partner country, along with participation from experts in academia, industry, and research institutes. This component will play a crucial role in the selection of partner countries in the future. O perational Maintenance Plan ○ Provide a detailed explanation of how the platform will be operated after its construction. O ther Helpful Information Related to This Project ○ Provide an explanation of other aspects related to this project. Section Ⅴ . Expected Results 1. Expected O utputs ○ Present and explain measurable indicators, such as the number of platform users and the amount of data downloaded, that can demonstrate the direct effects achievable through the implementation of this project. 2 . Expected O utcomes ○ Describe the ultimate outcomes achievable through the implementation of this project. For example, explain the national-level effects of building a data ecosystem, such as improvement in the OECD OURDATA Index ranking. 3 . Expected O utcomes for Direct/Indirect Beneficiary ○ Describe the project’s anticipated target groups and beneficiaries . Specify who are the main users and their approximate number. ○ Describe the expected outcome s and benefits that will be achieved through th is P roject. (e.g., 5% increase in employment rate due to improvement of utilization ability of AI/Data of employees/founders) This report is prepared by Name Position Ministry or o rganization Telephone number Department/ d ivision Mobile number Fax number E - mail ☐ I confirm that I thoroughly read and underst and the project overview , and the information given in this concept paper is true, complete , and accurate. 3543300 196215 ( S ignature) (Name of the signee) DD/MM/YYYY 3906520 186690 ( S ignature) (Name of the person representing the m inistry) (Position) (Name of the m inistry in charge of the IAC) DD/MM/YYYY 1. Korean Government Open Data Platform (data.go.kr) ◈ P latform Overview The Government Open Data Platform, launched in 2011, was established to facilitate the public release of data produced and managed by public entities, including central and local governments, as well as public institutions. < E xample of the Government Open Data Platform Interface > ◈ Data Availability and Utilization Over the past four years (2019-2023), the number of datasets available through the Public Data Platform has increased by 27% annually. As of June 2024, a total of 89,792 datasets are available to the public. Additionally, the utilization of data from the Public Data Platform has seen a significant rise, with an annual increase of 47% over the same period. By 2023, over 60 million instances of data utilization were recorded. ◈ Public Data Availability and Utilization Statistics C ategory 2 019 2 020 2 021 2 022 2 023 # of Datasets Available 3 3,600 5 5,139 6 7,441 7 7,272 8 7,682 # of Data Utilization 1 3.14 million 20.84 million 33.34 million 46.97 million 61.17 million ◈ International Recognition The Government Open Data Platform has been recognized as the world's leading public data platform, achieving the top rank in the OECD Public Data Evaluation for four consecutive assessments in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2023. This consistent performance underscores the platform's commitment to excellence and its pivotal role in advancing public data accessibility and utility on a global scale. 2. Korean Big Data Platform (bigdata-map.kr) ◈ P latform Overview The Big Data Platform was established to consolidate and facilitate the sharing and trading of high-quality data produced and managed independently by private entities, thereby laying the foundation for a robust data economy at the national level. ◈ Sector-Specific Data Platform s To cater to the specific characteristics and needs of various sectors such as finance, environment, culture, transportation, healthcare, retail, and telecommunications, 21 distinct sector-specific data platforms have been developed. These platforms consider the unique legal frameworks, operational systems, and other sector-specific attributes. ◈ Data Supply and Ecosystem To ensure a continuous supply of data, which is crucial for a thriving data ecosystem, each platform operates under the umbrella of 230 data supply centers. These centers consistently provide new data to the platforms shown as the table below. D omain Organization D omain O rganization F inance N ota, Nielsen, Vibe C ulture Y anolja , RedTable , RedTie E nvironment G reenESCO , Novacos , Eco&Partner s T elco B C Card, Openmate ◈ Data Trading and Services Each of the 21 Big Data Platforms focuses on facilitating data transactions (sales and purchases) between companies and institutions, aiming to stimulate the data economy. < E xample of the Big Data Platform Interface > ◈ Data Trading and Services Beyond data trading, the Big Data Platforms offer a range of data-related services including: Basic and advanced data analysis , Data visualization , Showcasing exemplary use cases of data utilization . 3 . Korean AI Data Platform ( aihub . or .kr) ◈ P latform Overview The AI Data Platform is designed to be a central hub (AI Hub) for the construction and public dissemination of AI training data, which is a crucial resource in the AI era. ◈ AI Training Data Construction The AI training data includes source data in text, video, image, and audio formats. This data is transformed into labeled datasets that models can accurately recognize and learn from. < E xample of Different Types of Labeled Data > Audio/Text (Korean Speech Audio) Image Video (CCTV Anomaly Detection) ◈ AI Data Portal (AI Hub) The AI Data Portal (AI Hub) has been developed to allow citizens and companies to easily search, download, and utilize the AI training data. This portal is organized based on a systematic data classification framework. < E xample of the Big Data Platform Interface > ◈ Current Status Currently, the AI Data Portal offers 706 AI training datasets. On average, around 250 datasets are downloaded daily for learning purposes.

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