21st Meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation Advisory Council Held
The Advisory Council of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation discussed resource mobilization and new action plan initiatives at its 21st meeting.
The ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation Advisory Council (BAC) discussed mechanisms for mobilizing resources and implementing priority initiatives within the ASEAN Action Plan 2026-2035 during its 21st meeting held on the morning of October 14.
Scope of the BAC-21 Meeting
The 21st meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation Advisory Council (BAC-21) took place within the framework of the COSTI-90 Conference, hosted by the Ministry of Science and Technology.
Core Responsibilities of the Council
The BAC is tasked with guiding cooperation in science, technology, and innovation within ASEAN, developing action plans, and managing funds.
The council is also responsible for mobilizing resources from partners and promoting public-private partnerships.
Financial Status and Priorities
At the meeting, member states discussed the financial status of ASEAN science, technology, and innovation cooperation and the progress made in achieving priority economic outcomes.
Additionally, preparations for the annual milestone deliverables for the year 2027 were evaluated during the meeting.
Focus Initiatives
During the discussions, space cooperation, the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare, and technology transfer were among the primary focus areas.