Europe and global science bodies seek broader consensus on research
New global effort aims to tackle concerns existing frameworks reflect Western models of how science is conducted.
A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda
The A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda is a joint initiative by the African Union and the E.U. to boost research and innovation cooperation. Formally adopted in 2023, the agenda focuses on strengthening African and European innovation to drive sustainable and inclusive growth. As a flagship of the Global Gateway Africa-Europe Investment Package, it aims to mobilize up to €150 billion in investments to support Africa's public health, green energy, digital technology and science capacities.
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Closer Africa–Europe science and innovation ties bring growing pains
Calls intensify to translate joint frameworks into investment and delivery, shared research agendas and outcomes.
Research and innovation helping to fuel Africa-Europe partnership
Ministers urged creation of 'regional innovation ecosystems' that would include AI strategies and digital governance.
AI promoted for research and innovation in Africa and Europe
An A.U.-E.U. workshop focused on how to use AI to enable the 'economic integration' and success of more techology startups.
New A.U.-E.U. Innovation Agenda puts science diplomacy into practice
Adopted in 2023, the policy agreement is a major boost for multilateral science diplomacy between Africa and Europe.