Science and Technology

Science and Technology for Development

UNCTAD´s Division on Investment, Technology and Enterprise Development (DITE) provides support to the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD). It also undertakes work related to technology transfer through foreign direct investment and other channels as mandated by the Bangkok Plan of Action.

 

Science, Technology and ICT Branch


NEWS
CSTD Twelfth Session concludesCSTD Twelfth Session concludes

29 May 09 - A week-long Session that drew broad commentary on science and technology for development concludes. A way forward was proposed for issues surrounding the themes of building indigenous capabilities in science, technology and innovation and the formulation of development-oriented policies for building socio-economically inclusive information societies in developing countries. More >>


Commission on Science and Technology for Development, 12th sessionOpening of the twelfth session of the CSTD

26 May 09 - The opening ceremony for the twelfth session of the CSTD heard strong calls for action for science, technology and innovation policies to overcome the global economic, food and climate crises by stimulating long-term social and economic development. More >>


Commission on Science and Technology for Development, 12th sessionTwelfth session of the CSTD

9 Apr 09 - The 12th session of the Commission on Science and Technology will take place 25-29 May 2009, in Geneva, Switzerland. The Commission will review progress made in the implementation of and follow-up to the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) outcomes at the regional and international levels. It will also address two main themes. More >>