Written question asked by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Monday, 19 June 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 July 2023. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 4 July 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Africa: Science

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the role of collaboration between British and African science-based institutions in delivering the UK's International Development Strategy.

Answer: Science and technology play a vital role in delivering the UK's International Development Strategy. HMG invests to strengthen equitable UK-Africa scientific collaborations and ensure the power of science delivers impactful and transformative change. The UK is a proud advocate for Open Science, deploying our world class expertise to drive open standards for critical and emerging technologies while protecting research security. That is why we invest in collaborations such as the UK-South Africa health partnership, through which UK and South Africa researchers save lives in the UK, South Africa and beyond - with research into vital issues from noncommunicable diseases, health systems and financing to mental health and surgery.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL8587
Session: 2022-23
Subjects: Development aid Africa International cooperation Higher education Research Science
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk