SoKor wants part in "Build, Build, Build" program

Manila, July 19 -- South Korea has reiterated its interest in actively participating in the Duterte Administration's "Build, Build, Build" program to help an old ally in its development while boosting its own infrastructure sector.

This was disclosed by Lee Hyuk, secretary general of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) - Korean Centre, during an exclusive interview with the Philippine News Agency last June 27.

Hyuk was former South Korean ambassador to the Philippines, serving in that role for three years. South Korea's present envoy to the Philippines is Han Dong-Man.

He said South Korea "has shown high interest to actively participate in this (Build, Build, Build) program."

"For instance, the two countries signed five b...