한국의 대(對)아프리카 신(新)공공외교 연구: 교육을 중심으로

Abstract

Recently, there has been a growing emphasis on the concept of Public Diplomacy. Therefore, this study takes a closer look at Africa, a region that hasn't traditionally been in the spotlight regarding educational public diplomacy. The study analyzed the current state of New Public Diplomacy as practiced by the Academy of Korean Studies and local governments in relation to the outward expansion of public diplomacy. Regarding the Academy of Korean Studies, it was found that many educational cooperation projects tended to be concentrated in specific regions or were one-off endeavors. Additionally, there was a noticeable scarcity of instances showcasing educational cooperation between Korean local governments and Africa. With the increasing recognition of education's pivotal role in public diplomacy and the rising involvement of diverse stakeholders, there's a pressing need for more proactive collaboration and exchange within the realm of public diplomacy. Various actors should actively pursue initiatives aimed at African nations. This not only presents an opportunity to harness Korea's public diplomacy resources but also serves as a catalyst for fostering enhanced relations with African countries.