Modern software houses, technology parks, incubation centres, data centres, and businesses focused on renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs) are all led by technology experts.
H.E. Rashad Nabiyev, the Azerbaijani Minister for Digital Development and Transport, is currently in Pakistan on an official visit. The Minister met privately with Amb. Dr. Mohammad Nafees Zakaria, the Executive Director of COMSATS, during his visit to the Secretariat. They talked about a variety of concepts for cooperation on technology projects, especially in the areas of IT and digitalization.
The Memorandum of Understanding on ICT and Technology Training Program for Skill Development between COMSATS and the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA) of Azerbaijan was also signed in front of the Minister.
The ceremony was attended by the ambassadors and diplomats of the member countries of COMSATS as well as a significant number of internationally renowned Pakistani technology experts and innovators who are members of partner and affiliate organisations of COMSATS.
Modern software houses, technology parks, incubation centres, data centres, and businesses focused on renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs) are all led by technology experts.
In addition, the Minister, H.E. Rashad Nabiyev, had a private discussion with the technologists. He expressed his gratitude to COMSATS for the fruitful and insightful conversation they had during his visit.
The Executive Director in his remarks, reiterated COMSATS’ commitment to bridging the technology and knowledge gap between the global North and the global South through South-South Cooperation.
The Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA) of Azerbaijan is a government agency responsible for promoting and developing innovation, technology, and digitalization within the country. Its main objective is to foster the growth of the digital economy, enhance technological capabilities, and drive digital transformation across various sectors.
The IDDA plays a crucial role in implementing policies and initiatives to support the digital ecosystem, including startups, technology-based entrepreneurship, research and development, and digital infrastructure. It works closely with local and international stakeholders, industry players, and educational institutions to create an enabling environment for innovation and digital advancement.