Search and Rescue
Korea cooperates with other countries in delivering humanitarian aid in response to natural disasters, conflicts, and other catastrophes. The Korea 119 Search and Rescue Team (KOSAR) and the Korea Disaster Relief Team (KDRT) have helped provide emergency services around the world as shown on the map below.
Combating Desertification
Because of its own successful reforestation efforts, Korea serves as a leader in the global movement to combat desertification. Korea is involved in many international organizations that support sustainable land management, reforestation projects, and research in agricultural and environmental sciences.