Summary

The collaborative partnership between India and ASEAN began with the ASEAN India Fund (AIF) and the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Science and Technology (MEA and DST). Although initial support occurred in 2008, the focus of funding shifted to support research and development (RD) projects and associated activities. In 2008, a dedicated ASEAN India Science and Engineering Research Board (AISTDF) was established jointly by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Science and Technology. This new funding mechanism, an equivalent of 1 million US dollars, was intended to address research and development activities and provide support for associated project development.

Title

ASEAN India S&T Cooperation

Description

ASEAN India S&T Cooperation

Keywords

asean, india, innovation, research, science, technology, national, training, development, secretariat, mandate, fellowship, platform, indian, foundation, ministry, external

NS Lookup

A 220.156.188.208

Dates

Created 2026-03-09

Updated 2026-04-17

Summarized 2026-04-17