Background and objective of event:
In line with the mandate of the Fifth BRICS Summit Declaration and eThekwini Action Plan, Minister Derek Hanekom will host Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Ministers from Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRICS). The BRICS STI Ministers will deliberate on issues focussing on strengthening STI cooperation, including mapping out future collaborative initiatives and projects.
From Sunday, 9 February 2014 at 08h00 to Wednesday, 12 February 2014 at 17h00.
Venue: Cape Town, Western Cape
Role of Minister/DG/officials
Meeting will be hosted by Minister Derek Hanekom. DG, DDG: ICR and officials to participate.
Contact persons:
Neville Arendse
E-mail: Neville.arendse@dst.gov.za
Tel: 012 843 6315
Mosa Setlaba
E-mail: mosa.setlaba@dst.gov.za
Tel: 012 843 6476
Issued by: Department of Science and Technology