Iran, Tajikistan collaborate to launch joint innovation center

In a significant stride towards fostering scientific and technological collaboration, the Vice Presidency of Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, in cooperation with the Municipality of Dushanbe, has finalized an agreement to establish the “Innovation Center of Iran and Tajikistan.” 

This momentous collaboration aims to strengthen relations in science, technology, and innovation, fostering economic growth and social development in both nations. 

The agreement, signed during the visit of Rustam Emomali, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Tajikistan, and the Mayor of Dushanbe to the House of Innovation and Technology of Iran, underscores the shared interest in deepening scientific and technological ties. 

The collaborative effort involves Iran’s Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, as well as Tajikistan’s Speaker of the National Assembly and the Mayor of Dushanbe. 

With a focus on creating the Innovation and Technology Center of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Tajikistan, the agreement also seeks to expand cooperation in technology and knowledge-based economy. 

Joint projects will be defined to develop future science and technology capacities, enhance knowledge-based and technology companies, and foster research collaborations in strategic technologies. 

To facilitate the implementation of this agreement, a joint work committee has been established. 

This committee will play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the joint activities outlined in the agreement. Its mission is to create the necessary organizational, legal, technical, and financial conditions for the successful implementation of the memorandum of understanding. 

The joint committee will contribute recommendations for coordination and supervision, ensuring the effective realization of this collaborative initiative.