Introduction 1

About the Author 2

Background 2

S&T Policy Approach 2

Post-Independence Development Priorities 3

Focus on Strategic Sectors 4

New Orientation Post-Economic Reforms 5

Post-Reforms Push in

Industrial Technology 5

New Critical Materials and Technologies in a Digital Era 5

The Knowledge Economy and Future Direction 6

Technology Diplomacy and Cooperation Mechanisms 7

Negotiations and Rulemaking 8

Diaspora Initiatives 8

Recommendations 9

Conclusion 9

Acronyms and Abbreviations 9

Works Cited 10