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Science & Technology

The governments of India and Sri Lanka recently signed an agreement on cooperation in the fields of science and technology considering that the development of scientific and technical relations shall be of mutual benefit to both countries.

Accordingly the two countries in accordance with national laws and regulations would exchange scientists, research workers, technologists, specialists, scholars, scientific and technical information and documentation.

Also arrangements would be made to organize bilateral scientific and technical seminars, workshops and courses on problems of interest to both countries.

This agreement would also  facilitate with the training of young scientific workers by granting fellowships on the basis of exchange, joint identification of the potential for research cooperation stemming from scientific and technical challenges in trade and industry,  including joint research projects, exchange of experience and know-how, organization of exhibitions demonstrating the achievements of both countries in the field of science and technology, etc.

Picture shows the two ministers signing the agreement

The Science & Technology Ministers of the SEARO region met for the first time recently in New Delhi. The objective of this meeting was to bring the benefits of science and technology to the people of SAARC  and to strengthen the regional cooperation in the area of science and technology through focused collaboration in prioritized  sectors which clear modalities for implementation.

The SAARC countries recognize that South Asia is host to one of the largest pools of scientific and technological manpower skills and local talent in the region which enabled the region to reap the benefits of Green Revolution, White Revolution, the IT Revolution and the Micro-Credit-Grameen Bank Revolution.

The countries recognize the importance of science and technology in the daily lives of the people of South Asia and are aware of the need for development of scientific temper for dealing with developmental challenges in the region. They believe that the SAARC community should actively cooperate to improve capacity in science and technology in evolving science and technology advantaged countries in the region.

The best way of doing so is strengthening intra-regional cooperation in science and technology through establishment of a virtual SAARC technology information web portal on a voluntary basis and through organization of SAARC seminars on issues of current relevance such as renewable energy, solid waste management and water treatment and sanitation.

Picture shows the SEARO region Science & Technology Ministers and senior officials. The meeting held for two days and on the first day the senior officials met and the following day the Ministers met.

Sent by Manjari Peiris

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