International cooperation and regional integration are vital for the development
of science, technology and innovation systems in Latin America and the
Caribbean. It is essential to build new spaces for cooperation that enhance the
scientific and technological development of countries, favour exchanges of
research professionals, promote the flow of knowledge and attract foreign direct
investment (FDI) in innovation. There is also high potential in the development,
strengthening and interlinking of Latin American and Caribbean capacities, both
within the region and with other regions, which foster the creation of centres of
excellence in research and development.
The panel will address the challenges and opportunities that exist in the regional
integration of science, technology and innovation systems, as well as the spaces
that can be created to foster international cooperation in this area.