Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's vision for mobilizing national competencies abroad took a significant step forward with the official inauguration of the High Council of the National Scientific Community Abroad. The ceremony, held in Algiers, was presided over by Abdallah Moundji, Secretary General of the Presidency of the Republic, alongside Elias Zerhouni, Coordinator of the High Council, and Kamel Baddari, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The event was attended by council members, comprising high-profile researchers and scientists.
The High Council, comprising 27 renowned Algerian scientific competencies from strategic domains such as artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, physics, and immunology, aims to serve as a permanent framework for engaging Algerian scientists worldwide in the country's development efforts. Notable members include scientists Belkacem Haba, Kamel Youssef Toumi, and Karim Zaghib. The council's establishment is a significant step towards leveraging the expertise of Algerian scientists abroad to drive national development.
The High Council operates under the direct supervision of the Presidency of the Republic, enjoying financial and administrative autonomy. Its primary mission is to establish sustainable communication channels between Algerian competencies abroad and national institutions, universities, and research centers. By doing so, the council seeks to harness the expertise of these scientists to inform strategic policy decisions related to knowledge economy, scientific research, and technological development.
The council's responsibilities extend to providing specialized consultations and concrete proposals in cutting-edge domains, including artificial intelligence, renewable energies, and biomedical sciences. Furthermore, it aims to facilitate the involvement of national competencies abroad in major development projects, promoting expertise exchange and training programs between Algerian universities and international counterparts.
By placing science and knowledge at the forefront of development and decision-making, the High Council seeks to drive progress in key sectors. The council's establishment reflects the government's commitment to tapping into the expertise of Algerian scientists worldwide, ensuring their contributions have a lasting impact on the country's growth and development.
The inauguration of the High Council marks a significant milestone in Algeria's efforts to mobilize its scientific diaspora. With its strategic focus on artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, and other key areas, the council is poised to play a vital role in shaping the country's scientific and technological landscape.
As the High Council begins its operations, it is expected to foster greater collaboration between Algerian scientists abroad and national institutions. By harnessing the expertise of its scientific diaspora, Algeria aims to accelerate its development trajectory, driving innovation and progress in key sectors.
Key points
- The High Council aims to establish sustainable communication channels between Algerian competencies abroad and national institutions.
- The council operates under the direct supervision of the Presidency of the Republic, enjoying financial and administrative autonomy.
- The council's primary mission is to inform strategic policy decisions related to knowledge economy, scientific research, and technological development.
