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<p>As outlined in the Science and Technology Framework, global collaboration is vital
in supporting UK science and technology capabilities and my department is working
to strengthen strategic partnerships with governments, industry and academia across
the globe. Partnerships will differ in scope and depth but given the strong economic
growth and expanding populations of the Gulf States they represent an outsize opportunity
to benefit the UK and strengthen our science and technology systems.</p><p> </p><p>Consistent
with this, last month, I signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Research and
Innovation (R&I) with Saudi Arabia – my first in the region - to help position
the UK as a research and innovation partner of choice and create new opportunities
for UK researchers and businesses.</p>
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