Through the nationwide disaster response "Safe Korea Training" (October 20-31), the Korean disaster response model will be applied to all ministries, local governments, and public institutions, and a nationwide and international integrated training system
will be launched , linking even the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas missions . Korea.kr
By publishing the "Disaster Safety Analysis Results and Key Management Accidents for October 2025 , " we will enhance the national risk map
by quantifying and database-izing major domestic disaster risk factors and accumulate them as "knowledge assets" that can be shared in international cooperation and ODA processes .
Through the Ministry of the Interior and Safety's International Development Cooperation (ODA) project overview (announced in August) and the disaster and digital administration training course ,
the Ministry is actively working with KOICA, NDTI, and others to provide disaster and ICT administrative capacity training to ASEAN and developing countries , thereby providing Korea's disaster and digital government know-how as an international public good.
As preparations for the 30th anniversary of local autonomy (2025) continue in October, the establishment of a "Local Era Brand"
that can share the local autonomy and decentralization model with the international community is also underway.
1. "Safe Korea Training" in the Second Half of 2025 – Field Testing of Korea's Disaster Response Model
The "2025 Second Half Disaster Response Safe Korea Training" will be held from Monday, October 20th to Friday, October 31st.
197 organizations, including government agencies, local governments, and public institutions, participated.
Focus on responding to social disasters such as fires, wildfires, and mass gatherings . Korea.kr
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice (Immigration) also announced disaster response training during the same period, and conducted joint training assuming disaster situations involving international travel and foreigners
at overseas diplomatic missions, airports, and immigration sites . Facebook
"The Ministry of the Interior and Safety is the disaster and safety control tower, and
is developing the Korean disaster management system into an 'exportable model.'"
The Safe Korea Training is not simply a domestic training exercise. It is a process
of examining the manuals, command systems, and communication systems of each ministry and local government
, and refining them to a level where they can be provided as a package in disaster management ODA and international training courses .
Disaster safety = External image + Protection of foreigners and immigrants + Trust in overseas investment and tourism, so it
is necessary to explain it within the framework of “international cooperation disaster training.”
2. "Disaster Safety Analysis for October 2025" - International Public Goods of National Risk Data
On October 31, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced the "Disaster and Safety Analysis Results and Priority Management Target Disaster and Safety Accidents for October 2025," analyzing
domestic disaster and accident data for one month by type and designating accidents subject to priority management.
Korea is
a country that analyzes risks monthly and responds proactively , rather than reacting 'after' to disasters .
The results of this analysis are
It is the basis for local government disaster budget and inspection plans.
Assets that can be presented as a 'data-based disaster management model' through KOICA, UNDRR, and ASEAN cooperation
3. Ministry of the Interior and Safety ODA and International Cooperation – Disaster, Local Government, and Digital Government Exports
August 27th: "2025 Ministry of the Interior and Safety International Development Cooperation Project (ODA) Overview" released:
Mois presents a portfolio
of ODA projects focused on disaster management, flood control, and urban safety , including an integrated disaster management resource management system, disaster prevention projects, and the installation of stormwater runoff reduction facilities .
The National Disaster and Safety Research Institute, NDTI, etc.
ASEAN Disaster Management Core Talent Training Course (February 2025)
The "KOICA Disaster Management Capacity Building Program Using ICT" (May 2025) will
provide training on Korea's disaster management governance and ICT-based warning systems to government officials in developing countries. ndti.go.kr
"The Ministry of the Interior and Safety's ODA is not about building roads or power plants, but
about 'disaster and administrative infrastructure exports,' exporting people, systems, and data."
Disaster and administrative ODA
While reducing disaster risks in developing countries
It is also linked to Korean companies' exports of ICT, platforms, sensors, and software.
Collaboration with local governments (inter-city international cooperation, Sister City disaster cooperation, etc.)
4. Preparing for the 30th Anniversary of Local Autonomy – A Foundation for International Sharing of Local Models
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of local autonomy , and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced the launch of the "Advisory Committee for the 30th Anniversary of Local Autonomy" in
June 2024 .
The local government system bulletin board sequentially discloses the latest data,
including the status of pilot implementation of resident autonomy councils, administrative districts and population status of local governments (as of December 31, 2024) , and prepares a data-based local government era strategy . Mois
30 Years of Local Autonomy: A Story That Can Be Promoted Internationally
Centralization → Decentralization,
Concentration in the metropolitan area → regional balance,
Administrative services → Expansion to local communities and participatory democracy.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety can explain this achievement as a
“ Korean-style Local Governance model combining decentralization + disaster and digital administration ” in international forums, ODA, and inter-city networks.
Below is a summary of how international cooperation related to the Ministry of Public Administration and Security is viewed by which countries and groups as of October .
1. ASEAN and developing countries
From the perspective of a country that experiences frequent floods, typhoons, and earthquakes
High interest in Korea's disaster management governance, ICT early warning, and disaster training systems . ndti.go.kr
Through disaster relief, flood control, and urban safety ODA
“What technologies and systems can I receive support for?”
“How to participate in training and development programs” is a key issue.
"Korea is not just a country that sells infrastructure and platforms; it is
a partner that develops disaster and administrative capabilities together ."
Emphasize follow-up consulting and feedback loops so that civil servants who participated in KOICA·NDTI training
can utilize the training to improve their own policies and laws .
2. Developed countries such as the US, EU, and Japan
Between Korea, the US, and the EU
Whether Korea's administrative and disaster management data and training systems are shareable best practices in discussions on cyber disasters, AI-based disaster management systems, and urban resilience . Mois
How much of a role can Korea play as a middle power proposing a combined disaster management, administrative, and digital government model in multilateral forums such as APEC, G20, and UNDRR ?
“Following K-Quarantine, Korea will contribute to discussions on global norms and standards through
K-Disaster Training, K-Disaster Data, and K-Digital Administration .”
In particular, it emphasized that
the results of urban disaster and complex disaster analysis (monthly disaster safety analysis) in response to urban density, aging, and climate crisis can be
provided in the form of joint research and joint reports . Mois
3. International organizations (UNDRR, OECD, KOICA, multilateral development banks, etc.)
Is Korea consistently presenting data-driven and ICT-based disaster management practices in the areas of disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation ? ndti.go.kr
30 years of experience in decentralization, local finance, and local autonomy
Can you explain this in connection with strengthening local government disaster response capabilities ?
"Korea is a country that provides not only disaster infrastructure but also administrative systems, local decentralization, and financial management expertise through ODA ."
UNDRR·KOICA project proposes
an integrated package model of “local governance + disaster + digital.”
4. Local governments, foreign residents, and residents with immigrant backgrounds
Local government:
How are the results of the Safe Korea training and monthly disaster analysis
used to reflect our own budget, personnel, and policies?
Foreigners/immigrants:
Multilingual warnings and guidance in case of disaster ,
Can you understand the safety measures and evacuation procedures in your area in your own language?
“The Ministry of the Interior and Safety must make it clear that it is not a ministry for Korean-speaking citizens, but
a ministry responsible for the safety of all people living in Korea .”
1) Korean perspective
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety's disaster, local, digital, and ODA policies
not only protect the lives and property of the Korean people, but also
serve as an international cooperation infrastructure that shares Korea's disaster and administrative model with the world.
We are moving toward a "data-driven, safe nation" by analyzing risks monthly, conducting annual drills, and
sharing the results with ASEAN, developing countries, and international organizations
.
2) National interest perspective
ASEAN and developing countries are eager to learn from Korea's disaster and administrative model,
while developed countries and international organizations are paying close attention to Korea's contribution to norms and standards discussions.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety's International Cooperation Policy Communication Briefing should become a "policy diplomacy platform" that shares with the world
Korea's progress toward greater safety .
