(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Doha: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council to enhance cooperation in research, development, innovation, and the promotion of intellectual property values.
The MoU was signed by Assistant Undersecretary for Commerce Affairs, H E Saleh bin Majed Al Khulaifi, and Secretary-General of the QRDI Council Omar Ali Al Ansari.
The MoU facilitates the exchange of data and information on topics of common interest, the development and promotion of intellectual property values, and the exchange of expertise.
The MoU aims to bolster cooperation between both parties to synchronise national strategies and operational plans on issues of common interest. It will enhance coordination for developing a national intellectual property strategy and plan and undertake joint programmes, academic studies, research, and surveys that support strategic decision-making.
The MoU also aims to coordinate national efforts to improve Qatar's ranking on global indicators; advance the development of legislative and organisational frameworks, and apply policies to facilitate business activities and attract innovative investments through research and development.
The agreement will also ease the exchange of expertise, knowledge, reports, studies, and publications to support both parties' planning and implementation efforts.
Under the terms of the partnership, QRDI will participate as a member of the Technology and Innovation Support Centre to ensure that concerned authorities benefit from the centre's expertise in research, development, and innovation.
Commenting on the MoU, Al Ansari said: 'Today we are pleased to sign this MoU with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, which highlights the need for joint efforts in cooperation with the government to develop a comprehensive national framework that supports an integrated system for research, development, and innovation in Qatar.
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