📋 Tender Overview
Our commission will be chaired for the period 2024-2027. Peru was elected by acclamation as president of the Inter-American Committee on Science and Technology (COMCYT) of the Organization of American States, for the period 2024-2027, a recognition that consolidates its leadership in the field of science, technology and innovation at the regional level.
The election, which took place during the Seventh Meeting of Ministers and High Authorities of Science and Technology (REMCYT) in Washington D.C., reaffirms Perus commitment to lead the regional agenda in science and technology, promoting cooperation initiatives that boost the sustainable and economic development of the OAS member states.
In his capacity as president of the National Council of Science, Technology and Innovation (CONCYTEC), Dr. Sixto Sanchez will preside over this commission during the ministerial cycle. It is expected that under the Peruvian presidency, innovative strategies will be implemented that will strengthen the position of the continent in the face of the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies.
About COMCYT
Established in 1998, COMCYT coordinates and monitors cooperation activities in science, technology and innovation within the Organization of American States (OAS).
It is made up of the national science and technology authorities of the member states, who elect their president and vice presidents every three years during the Ministerial Meeting. The president leads the COMCYT agenda, directs discussions and works closely with the OAS General Secretariat.
