The Ministry of Justice, led by Acting Minister Lee Jin-soo, announced on September 26 that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with KEPCO KDN, a subsidiary of Korea Electric Power Corporation specializing in information and communication technology (ICT), on September 23 at the Government Complex in Gwacheon. The agreement aims to enhance the digital capabilities, economic and social independence, and community integration of residents living in South Korea.
Under the MOU, the two organizations will collaborate on several initiatives, including: establishing and supporting digital infrastructure at residential support centers, enhancing digital service utilization skills such as mobile finance and kiosks, providing education on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI), personal data protection, and prevention of digital fraud, and offering career exploration, job information, and expert consultations in ICT for young residents.
This agreement is particularly significant as it combines the regional support system of the 37 designated residential support centers with KEPCO KDN's expertise in the digital field. By establishing a digital education foundation at these centers, it is expected to create an environment where overseas residents can receive necessary digital training locally.
Choi Yong-ho, head of the Ministry of Justice's Immigration and Foreign Policy Bureau, stated, "This agreement is meaningful as it connects the expertise of public institutions with the regional support system of residential support centers to provide practical assistance to residents. We will continue to expand cooperation with relevant agencies to develop various support projects that enable residents to live and settle stably in their communities."
The residential support centers operate across the country to assist residents in their stable settlement and social integration, offering various support programs, including consultations on residency, permanent residency, nationality, and Korean language and culture education.
The Ministry of Justice's Immigration and Foreign Policy Bureau plans to continue expanding projects that support the convenience of residents and their settlement in South Korea, focusing on collaboration with relevant agencies and local communities.
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