CONPES 4069

Estrategia Prioritaria del Gobierno para el Éxito del COMPES 4069

Introducción y Contexto

• Ana Castiblanco introduces the topic, emphasizing the importance of a strategic approach for transforming Colombia into a knowledge-based society.

• The focus is on bridging the gap between universities, businesses, and the government to enhance private investment in research and development.

Diagnóstico Actual

• The COMPES 4069 highlights that contributions from science, technology, and innovation to national development are currently limited.

• Issues such as instability in public funding, lack of infrastructure, and challenges in talent retention are identified as critical problems within the scientific system.

Propuesta de Ecosistema

• A call for creating an ecosystem where companies financially support and utilize university research is made; knowledge alone does not drive economic impact without business involvement.

• Emphasis on strategic alliances and knowledge transfer among various stakeholders is crucial for effective innovation.

Acciones Clave del Gobierno

• Three key actions proposed:

• Expand tax incentives for companies investing in R&D with universities.

• Strengthen offices dedicated to transferring research results to facilitate patent commercialization.

• Promote social appropriation by demonstrating the real-world impact of science on daily life.

Pilares Fundamentales

• The articulation of actors relies on three main pillars:

• Stimulating private investment while managing fiscal risks.

• Utilizing research result transfer offices to convert academic language into commercially viable intellectual property assets.

• Ensuring that knowledge generated does not remain confined to laboratories but serves societal needs.

Objetivos Futuros

• The ultimate goal is achieving a target of 1% of GDP invested in R&D by 2031, positioning Colombia among the top three regional leaders.