The METC has four main strategic objectives:Boost the digital ecosystem, focusing on emerging technologiesSupport innovation with emerging technologiesAdvise the government on policies related to emerging technologiesCraft industry partnerships
Name in original language
Mauritius Emerging Technologies Council
Initiative overview
The objects of the Council shall be to “(a) advise the Government on the formulation of national policies and strategies in emerging technologies;(b) promote the application of emerging technologies in line with national, economic and social objectives;(c) advise the Government on matters related to emerging technologies with respect to their adoption, use, development, harnessing, value and wealth creation, research and innovation and capacity building;(d) advise on the establishment and sustainability of an appropriate ecosystem in the field of emerging technologies and other emerging technologies; and(e) facilitate and coordinate the implementation of ready-made emerging technologies solutions in Mauritius to boost the national economy
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation
