FCT and Mozambique National Research Fund signed Memorandum of Understanding

The Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) and the National Research Fund (FNI) of Mozambique signed the first protocol for cooperation between the two countries in the areas of science, technology and innovation.

The protocol, signed by the President of the FCT, Paulo Ferrão, and the Executive Director of the FNI, Vitória Langa de Jesus, on May 12, was the result of the need to develop joint scientific and technological relations, which will bring mutual benefit to both institutions and both countries in general.

This agreement is a recognition of the importance of science, technology and innovation in promoting the growth and competitiveness of the national economy of both countries, which is why the FCT and the FNI intend to promote cooperation in these fields based on equality and mutual benefit.

The memorandum of understanding will be implemented through cooperation between the two institutions by operationalizing the following key areas of collaboration: exchange of personnel, scientists, researchers and experts to support the development of science, technology and innovation in both countries; exchange of scientific and technological information, teaching and learning materials, resulting from cooperation; carrying out joint activities, including scientific conferences, symposia, workshops and other meetings; support for joint research and technological development projects; facilitation of scientific exchange between research institutions; exchange of experiences and specialized knowledge in information and communication technology for development; and promoting the transfer of appropriate technology.