Science, Technology and Innovation Policy and Collaboration in the Asian Century

Science, technology and innovation drive economies around the globe. Worldwide, governments are recognising the importance of international science collaboration and research and are investing heavily, developing programs that facilitate international collaboration. The United States and countries within Europe have long held an advantage in scientific collaboration; however, new superpowers are emerging in Asia. This provides new opportunities for Australia to strategically engage internationally, although Australia will need to act quickly to ensure it is not left behind in global science and innovation in the Asian Century.