3.7. Research and Technology Transfer
3.7.1. Overview
The research and technology transfer activities in general and in the ICT sector in
particular, are far from developed in Ethiopia presently. The Government considers
investment in R&D a necessary precondition for a sustained development not only
of ICT but also for scientific progress.
In recognition of the important role that research and development transfer plays in
facilitating the country’s socio-economic development process in general and ICT
in particular, the Government commits itself to the following specific objectives
and strategies.
3.7.2. Goal
Develop the nation's ICT research and development (R & D) capacity to support,
facilitate and contribute to the development of the nation.
3.7.3. Objectives
a)
To ensure that research projects and programs aimed at solving logical
problems, meet national needs and at the same time, enhance the development
of professional skills.
b)
To support research and development transfer within research-oriented
institutions such as higher educational institutions and laboratories.
c)
To harmers research and development transfer capabilities and global best
practices by promoting collaboration between the country’s ICT centers of
excellence and those of other countries.
d)
To encourage participation in research undertakings by ICT professionals.
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