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Science & innovation policy: South-South cooperation

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Regional partnerships and inter-sectoral agreements are improving skills, increasing scientific collaboration between developing countries and strengthening their collective political clout.

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Opinions and Analysis

An Ethiopian doctor conducting research Time to turn words into deeds on health research

African ministers have committed themselves to a set of actions to boost health research in their countries. Now they must implement them.

27 June 2008 | EN

Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar's Education City Gulf states should work together on research

A regional strategy and a focus on capacity building would strengthen Gulf investments in S&T, say Wael K. Al-Delaimy and Hilal A. Lashuel.

11 June 2008 | EN

Policy Briefs

Opportunities and challenges in South–South collaboration

South–South research collaboration can be a powerful strategy for boosting scientific capacity and achieving common goals. But it should not be embraced uncritically, says Athar Osama.

14 May 2008 | EN | 中文


News and Features

South–South industrial centre opens in Egypt

Egypt has set up a South–South cooperation centre to promote technology transfer and industrial development.

3 July 2008 | EN

Rainwater harvesting Southern collaboration 'key to adaptation', says climate scientist

To adapt to climate change developing countries must share knowledge and learn from each other, says a leading climate scientist.

13 June 2008 | EN | 中文