About IncoNet CA

The IncoNet CA project aims to support the advancement of the bi-regional STI policy dialogue between the EU MS/AC and the countries of Central Asia, with an explicit focus on the Societal Challenges that have been identified to be of mutual interest for the two regions, namely Climate Change, Energy and Health. In particular the project will identify actions and stakeholders and will implement innovative pilot activities to strengthen the coordination and impact of the individual actions.

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Project overview

• Full title: STI International Cooperation Network for Central Asian Countries
• Project Reference: 609508
• Project start: 01/09/2013
• Project duration: 36 months

Project Objectives

The project aim to support the advancement of the bi-regional STI policy dialogue between the EU MS/AC and the countries of Central Asia, with an explicit focus on the Societal Challenges that have been identified to be of mutual interest for the two regions, namely Climate Change, Energy and Health. In particular the project will identify actions and stakeholders and will implement innovative pilot activities to strengthen the coordination and impact of the individual actions.

In terms of policy dialogue, the project will provide analytical evidence and monitoring to feed the dialogue and to support joint agenda setting. A policy mix review will be implemented along with capacity building activities with emphasis on the promotion of Innovation. More specifically, links with the EU technology platforms will be established allowing mutual learning and exchange of best practices for enhanced public-private partnerships between the two regions. In addition, support to FP contacts will be provided to strengthen their role and to adapt their functioning to the challenges of Horizon 2020.

The project will build on the experience of the its predecessor IncoNet CA/SC and develop synergies with IncoNet EaP.