Iran, Indonesia Agree to Expand Scientific Cooperation in Emerging Technologies

Iran's Deputy Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Masoud Shams-Bakhsh, held talks with Indonesia's Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, on the sidelines of the 13th BRICS Ministers of Education Meeting in Bhubaneswar, India. The meeting focused on broadening scientific cooperation between the two countries, particularly in emerging technologies.

Shams-Bakhsh highlighted the longstanding cultural, historical and religious ties between Iran and Indonesia as a strong foundation for deeper educational and research cooperation. He emphasized the potential for joint initiatives in various scientific fields.

Yuliarto expressed Indonesia's readiness to pursue joint research projects, postgraduate student and faculty exchanges, study opportunities, and short-term academic programs. He also formally invited Iran's science minister and a high-level delegation to visit Jakarta.

The two sides discussed scholarships, joint educational courses, and research cooperation in areas such as climate change, food security, renewable energy, and agriculture. They also considered expanding the participation of Iranian universities in the BRICS Network University.

Both sides agreed to work toward signing cooperation agreements and implementing the proposed initiatives as soon as possible. According to Mehr News Agency, the meeting underscored the mutual interest in strengthening bilateral ties in science and education.