What Is the KSP Private Proposal Program?
The Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP) is an ODA initiative led by Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Korea Development Institute (KDI). It shares Korea's development experience with partner countries through policy advisory services and technology transfer.
Under the private proposal track, Korean companies and institutions identify demand in developing countries and submit advisory project proposals accordingly. Bangladesh is one of the largest KSP partner countries and continues to request Korean experience in industrial policy, environment, energy, IT, and finance.
20+ years
KSP Track Record
Launched in 2004
80+
Partner Countries
Global coverage
30+
BD KSP Projects
Cumulative cases
$5M+/yr
Budget
Bangladesh allocation
50+/yr
Private Proposals
Total annual call
30%
Selection Rate
Competitive screening
1-2 years
Project Period
Per assignment
Linked to EDCF
Follow-up Path
Toward larger projects
Program Structure and Main Types
Comparison of KSP Project Types
| Type | Lead Organization | Core Content | Bangladesh Cases | Private Sector Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Policy Advisory | KDI | Policy design and evaluation for government | Industrial policy, financial reform | Research participation |
| Private Proposal | Private companies | Demand-driven advisory based on company capabilities | Environment, energy, IT | Direct proposal submission |
| Multilateral Cooperation | With WB or ADB | Advisory linked to international organizations | Infrastructure, governance | Consulting participation |
| Local Government Cooperation | Local authorities | Regional development model sharing | Smart city, agriculture | Technology transfer |
Priority KSP Areas in Bangladesh
Industry and Economy
Industrial PolicyEconomic zone operating models
FinanceFintech and mobile payments
ITE-government and digital ID
Workforce DevelopmentVocational and technical training
Environment and Infrastructure
Environmental ManagementWaste and air quality policy
EnergyRenewables and efficiency policy
Water ResourcesWater supply and sewerage management
TransportPublic transport and ITS
Participation Strategies for Private Proposal Projects
01
Environment: Advisory on waste management policy
Bangladesh's Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change needs an integrated waste management master plan. Korean public and private actors can advise on the policy shift from landfill to incineration and recycling, then connect that advisory work to follow-up exports of waste treatment equipment and technology financed through EDCF.
02
Energy: Advisory on energy efficiency policy
SREDA is strengthening policy frameworks for energy efficiency in buildings and industry. Korean institutions can provide guidance on efficiency labeling, building energy codes, and ESCO systems, and later expand into exports of LED products, inverters, and building energy management systems.
03
IT: E-government and digital transformation
Bangladesh's ICT Division is advancing the Digital Bangladesh 2041 vision. Korean public agencies and IT firms can advise on e-government systems, digital ID, and public data platforms, then follow through with solution deployment and systems integration projects.
04
Finance: Fintech and digital payment frameworks
Bangladesh Bank is refining its regulatory architecture for mobile payments and fintech services. Korean regulators and fintech firms can advise on sandbox design, electronic payment authentication, and consumer protection systems while building a pathway for Korean market entry.
05
Human capital: Vocational training and technical education
Bangladesh's labor authorities are revising the vocational training system to upgrade industrial skills. Korean institutions can advise on competency standards, polytechnic operations, and skills competition models while supporting future exports of education equipment and content.
Private Proposal Workflow Under KSP
KSP Private Proposal Project Flow
Demand Identification
Assess needs within the Bangladesh government
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Proposal Drafting
Submit to the MOEF and KDI call
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Selection and Launch
Conduct field review and workshops
→↓
Policy Advisory
Deliver reports and seminars
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Follow-up Linkage
Connect to EDCF or larger projects
The KSP private proposal program gives Korean companies a direct channel into Bangladesh government demand and a structured path from policy advice to commercial follow-up projects. For firms active in environment, energy, IT, finance, and workforce development, KSP can function as a disciplined entry strategy into the Bangladesh market.
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