03 December 2018- Six representatives from the Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST) headed by Assistant Secretary for International Cooperation, Dr. Leah Buendia participated in the India-ASEAN InnoTech Summit held at The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi on 29-30 November 2018.

The India-ASEAN InnoTech Summit, jointly organized by the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and India’s Department of Science and Technology (DST) had for its theme “Accelerating towards Innovative Development”. The event aimed to build capacity between the regions and explore various areas of collaboration in the fields of innovation and technology among India and ASEAN member countries. The event’s programme included talks, an exhibition, and B2B meetings.

The Philippines participated in the sessions as well as in the exhibit where DOST showcased the country’s technological innovations and innovative products including vigormin (natural water treatment minerals), biogroe (microbial fertilizer). END