FCT and Mozambique's National Research Fund sign Memorandum of Understanding

The Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) and Mozambique's National Research Fund (FNI) have 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, resulted from the need to develop joint scientific and technological relations, which will bring mutual benefit to both institutions and to both countries in general.

This agreement recognizes the importance of science, technology and innovation in promoting growth and competitiveness in the national economies of both countries, and FCT and FNI intend to promote cooperation in these areas on the basis of 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 arising from cooperation; holding joint activities, including scientific conferences, symposia, workshops and other meetings; supporting joint research and technological development projects; facilitating scientific exchange between research institutions; exchanging experience and expertise in information and communication technology for development; and promoting appropriate technology transfer.