CSIR and DAKSHIN Join Forces to Boost Global South Development
In a pivotal move aimed at enhancing collaboration and technological advancement among nations in the Global South, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and DAKSHIN – Global South Centre of Excellence have formalized their partnership with a Letter of Association (LoA) signed on November 3, 2026. This alliance emphasizes capacity building, research collaboration, and technology transfer, focusing on addressing shared developmental challenges faced by these countries.
DAKSHIN is dedicated to promoting knowledge sharing and fostering mutual learning among countries in the Global South. The center aims to develop sustainable, affordable, and locally relevant solutions by facilitating the exchange of resources, technology transfer, and collaborative strategies. The partnership with CSIR brings a wealth of scientific expertise and a portfolio of adaptable technologies tailored to meet the developmental needs of these nations.
Dr. Rama Swami Bansal, the Head of International S&T Affairs Directorate at CSIR, highlighted the significance of fostering international collaboration among Global South nations. He emphasized that this partnership has the potential to create innovative models for addressing common developmental priorities.
Professor Sachin Kumar Sharma, Director General of RIS, elaborated on the importance of the collaboration, noting that it represents a landmark opportunity to transform scientific knowledge and technological innovations into impactful solutions. Key areas of cooperation include healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, the blue economy, and the digital economy.
Key Goals of the Partnership
The Letter of Association outlines several key objectives aimed at driving development:
- Conducting joint policy studies to discover innovative and context-specific approaches to developmental challenges.
- Engaging with relevant institutions and agencies to enhance the scaling up of development interventions.
- Promoting capacity building and skill development among human resources.
- Documenting and disseminating experiences, best practices, and success stories to bolster self-reliance among Global South nations.
This partnership aspires to create a robust platform for boosting South-South cooperation, igniting international partnerships, and enhancing the transfer and adaptation of relevant science and technology solutions. By combining CSIR’s scientific expertise with DAKSHIN’s global engagement capabilities, the collaboration aims to support the creation and distribution of affordable and sustainable technology solutions that foster inclusive growth and sustainable development throughout the Global South.
