MAASIN CITY-The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Southern Leyte Provincial Office has initiated efforts to collaborate with the local government unit and provincial authorities to align plans and programs that advance Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) development.
Ramil Uy, provincial science and technology director, presented his agency’s development agenda in a coordination meeting on December 17, which outlined strategic priorities for the anticipated growth in STI fields of endeavor.
“A strong partnership between the provincial and city governments is key to creating a robust STI ecosystem in the province,” Uy said.
Uy presented key results from the recent STI Council meeting and insights from a comprehensive planning workshop that involved various sectors, focusing on innovation-related upgrades.
The discussion included an overview of DOST’s accomplishments in implementing STI-driven projects throughout the province.
Vice Governor Rosa Emilia Mercado described the discussions as fruitful, focusing on programs for the province that utilize technology and innovation.
“I am glad that the implemented and proposed programs of DOST-Southern Leyte Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO) complement well with our vision to become a self-sufficient province. Healthy collaborations like this are what I desire,” she said.
Maasin City Councilor Mikhael Mercado, who chairs the city council’s committee on science and technology, emphasized the significance of local collaboration in implementing STI programs.
(AAC/MMP, PIA Southern Leyte with reports from DOST–PSTO)
