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Strengthening International Cooperation: The Partnership Between UM and ISTIC

The collaboration between the International Science, Technology and Innovation Center for South-South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO (ISTIC) and the Universitas Negeri Malang (UM) was further strengthened during the AFRASIA Programme Validation and Stakeholder Strategic Engagement Workshop (6–8 May 2026, Malang, Indonesia), marking continued institutional trust and shared vision. A Partnership Built Over Time…
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INDONESIA : ISTIC and NRF concluded the AFRASIA Programme Validation and Stakeholder Strategic Engagement Workshop

The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation (ISTIC), in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF) South Africa successfully convened the “AFRASIA Programme Validation and Stakeholder Strategic Engagement Workshop” from 6 to 8 May 2026 at Universitas Negeri Malang in Indonesia. The workshop brought together representatives from key partner institutions, including the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MOHEST) of Indonesia, Future Earth Africa Hub Leadership Centre (FEAHLC), Academy…
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Call for Chapters : Artificial Intelligence for Climate Learning and Sustainable Development

Call for Chapters : International Publication Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how we understand and address climate challenges. How can it strengthen climate learning, education systems, and sustainable development, especially in the Global South? The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South–South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESC, in collaboration with Universitas Negeri Malang, invites…
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Call for Applications : Foundations of Science Diplomacy : A Training Programme for Early and Mid-Career Researchers

The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation (ISTIC), in collaboration with Future Earth Africa Hub and its Leadership Centre (FEAHLC) the National Research Foundation of South Africa (NRF), The Centre for Science and Technology of the Non-aligned and Other Developing Countries (NAM S&T Centre), the University of Venda and Epic-Network are pleased…
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MALAYSIA : Visit from YSN-ASM to ISTIC

On 14 April, the International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre (ISTIC) under the auspices of Unesco (ISTIC) had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from the Young Scientist Network of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM) to its offices. The delegation was led by Prof. Ts. Dr. Mai Chun Wai, Chairperson of YSN-ASM. The session…
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MAURITIUS: MoU Signing with the Government of Mauritius and Participation in the International Workshop on Promoting the Blue Economy

On 26 and 27 March, ISTIC’s Director, Madam Sharizad Dahlan, was invited to participate in the International Workshop entitled “Promoting the Blue Economy and Overcoming its Implementation Challenges”, held in Flic en Flac, Mauritius. The event was organized by the Centre for Science and Technology of the Non-Aligned and Other Developing Countries (NAM S&T Centre), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science…
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MALAYSIA : ISTIC Hosts the Office of the State Secretary of the Penang State Government – Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Pulau Pinang

On 10 December, the International Science, Technology & Innovation Centre (ISTIC) had the honour of welcoming representatives from the Office of the State Secretary of the Penang State Government. This visit marked an occasion for dialogue and exchange on regional and international cooperation in science, technology, and innovation (STI). During the meeting, both parties shared insights into strategies, ongoing projects, and approaches…
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MALAYSIA: ISTIC Hosts High-Level Leaders for Peace Delegation and Strengthens Strategic Partnership

On 12 December 2025, the International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO (ISTIC) welcomed a high-level delegation from Leaders for Peace at its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The delegation was led by H.E. Mr. Jean-Pierre Raffarin, Founder of Leaders for Peace and Former Prime Minister of France, together with Ms. Donia Kaouach, President of Leaders for Peace, and Madam Irina Bokova, Former Director-General of UNESCO and Patron of ISTIC, accompanied by representatives of the Leaders for Peace network. ISTIC was represented by Prof. ChM. Dr. Mohd Basyaruddin Abdul Rahman, Chairman of the ISTIC Governing Board, and Academician Dato’ Ir. Lee…
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EGYPT : ISTIC took part to the International Research Commercialization Expo (IRC Expo 2025)

On 11–12 December 2025, ISTIC Director Sharizad Dahlan and Senior Programme Executive Hannah Norazharuddin were invited to participate in the International Research Commercialization Expo (IRC Expo 2025), held in Cairo, Egypt, representing Malaysia on behalf of ISTIC. The IRC Expo 2025 brought together participants from 45 countries and served as an international platform focused on science, technology, innovation, and technology…
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SOUTH-AFRICA: Strengthening Africa–Asia Collaboration in Science, Technology & Innovation

On 24 November 2025, the International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South–South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO (ISTIC), in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa, convened a Consultative Meeting and Concept Co-Creation Workshop in Pretoria, South Africa. The workshop formed part of ISTIC’s ongoing efforts to advance the co-development of…
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