지역무역협정의 환경규정과 환경협력에 관한 연구 : 한 - 중 FTA 환경규정과 환경협력을 중심으로

A Study on the Environmental Provisions in Regional Trade Agreements and Environmental Cooperation: Based on the Environmental Provisions in the Korea-China FTA and Environmental Cooperation

Purpose - The purpose of this study was to present policy directions that would enhance the effectiveness of Korea’s development cooperation projects in Africa. Design/methodology/approach - This study drew the limitations and implications of existing development cooperation policies through the review of Korea’s development cooperation policy flow, determinants and aid effectiveness in Africa. Findings - Due to cultural diversity among different countries, it is not possible to apply the same principles and strategies to all countries selected as priority partner countries for development cooperation. It was found that Korean development cooperation policy for African countries has promoted development cooperation projects focusing on political and economic interests from the perspective of the donor rather than focusing on the improvement of the quality of life for the people and to eradicate poverty in the recipient country. Research implications or Originality - When looking at some of development cooperation projects managed by KOICA, they seem to have had difficulties in terms of ensuring effectiveness due to a top-down approach and insufficient participation of local residents. Therefore, Korean international development cooperation needs to seek a policy shift based on new concepts of soft power, which is completely different from its existing policy.