Belarus, Mongolia to conclude agreement on cooperation in science and technology

         Belarus and Mongolia are planning to conclude an agreement on cooperation in science and technology. The document will be signed by representatives of the State Committee on Science and Technology of Belarus and the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science of Mongolia during Belarus’ national expo in Mongolia on 5-8 September. Long-term cooperation in science and technology will be developed between scientific, research-and-production organizations and enterprises of the two countries as well as between the Belarusian national foundation for fundamental research and the scientific and technological foundation of Mongolia. The priority areas of cooperation of Belarus and Mongolia in the field of science and technology will be plasma technology, engineering (devices and instruments), industrial technology, micro-electronics, information technology, nanotechnology, research in medicine and veterinary science, renewable energy, geological studies and economic research. The parties also intend to provide mutual assistance in the implementation of innovative projects. Belarus and Mongolia will set up a joint commission on cooperation to coordinate the cooperation within the framework of the agreement.