India and EU conclude negotiations for Indian researchers to receive Horizon Europe funding
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Why in news
India and the European Union concluded negotiations for Indian researchers to receive direct funding from the Horizon Europe programme.
Background
Horizon Europe is a Euro 93.5 billion research initiative by the European Union. The formal agreement between India and the EU is expected to be signed in January as part of a broader strategic partnership and a pending free trade deal.
Facts for Prelims
- FactHorizon Europe is a research initiative with a budget of Euro 93.5 billion
- BodyHorizon Europe is a European Union research programme
- PostThe agreement allows Indian researchers to receive direct funding for multi-national projects
For Mains
Q. Discuss how scientific cooperation and research funding frameworks can serve as catalysts for strengthening India's strategic partnership with the European Union.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Knowledge equity: Balancing intellectual property rights with technology transfer in multi-national research projects
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on non-EU research ecosystems through diversified funding sources
- Trade-Science nexus: Leveraging research cooperation as a foundational pillar for the upcoming India-EU free trade deal
Keywords: Scientific Cooperation · Strategic Partnership · Research Funding · Technology Transfer · Horizon Europe
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