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Council for Trade-Related Aspects of 
Intellectual Property Rights  Original: English  
 
  REPORT ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ARTICLE 66.2 
 OF THE TRIPS AGREEMENT 
AUSTRALIA 
Addendum 
 
The following communication, dated 24 September 2015, from the delegation of Australia is being circulated pursuant to paragraph 1 of the Decisi on on the Implementation of Article 66.2 of the 
TRIPS Agreement (IP/C/28). 
 
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OVERVIEW 
1.  Australia is committed to implementing Article 66.2 of the TRIPS Agreement. Australia is also 
committed to sharing information with other WTO Members about incentives and support it offers 
enterprises and institutions to promote and encourage technology transfer to least developed 
countries (LDCs).   
2.  This is a full report in respect of Article 66.2 which builds upon annual update reports provided 
in 2012 (IP/C/W/580/Add.2), 2013 (IP/C/W/594/Add.7) and 2014 (IP/C/W/602). It is submitted in 
accordance with the TRIPS Council's decision of  20 February 2003 on implementation of Article 
66.2 of the TRIPS Agreement (IP/C/28). Consistent with that decision, developed country Members are to provide annual reports on actions taken or planned in pursuance of their Article 66.2 
commitments. The report focuses on incentives that ar e either targeted specifically at LDCs or at a 
group of countries which includes an LDC. 
3.  In this report technology transfer is taken to include training, education and the dissemination 
of knowledge, as well as the intellectual property  embedded in transferred goods and services and 
the dissemination of business information and know-h ow on which a product, process or service is 
based.   
4.  This report focuses on Australia's efforts to help LDCs create the conditions essential to 
encourage technology transfer to them. Technica l cooperation in favour of least developed and 
developing countries to facilitate the TRIPS Agreement's implementation is another discrete 
obligation, on which Australia reports separately. Australia recognises that some technical 
cooperation activities may help to create an environment conducive to the creation or acquisition 
of technologies.   
5.  In Australia, many incentives for technology  transfer take the form of official development 
assistance. These incentives align with Australia's strategic focus on using aid as a catalyst to 
promote economic growth and poverty reduction, including through a strong emphasis on aid for 
trade. Since 2012, Australia's Aid for Trade Program has provided funding to the Australia-WIPO Funds in Trust to assist technology and knowledg e transfer to LDCs and developing countries in 
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  6.  Enterprises and institutions eligible for funding to deliver projects and activities to facilitate 
technology transfer include government agencies and public institutions, non-government organisations, independent consultants and experts,  and universities and research organisations.  
7.  Australian aid has been untied since 2006, allowing non-Australian organisations to bid for 
contracts to supply goods and services under bilateral and multilateral development assistance 
programs. Untied aid is the best way to ensure activities represent value for money, are cost-effective and use the best globally available ex pertise, thereby achieving the best development 
results. Consistent with this, Australia's aid-funded incentives for technology transfer are not 
exclusive to Australian institutions and enterprises.  
8.  Australia recognises that LDC Members are interested in the outcomes and outputs of 
Members' activities with a technology transfer dimension. This report's annex includes specific 
examples of relevant programmes and projects in the format suggested by LDCs (IP/C/W/561).   
  
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AUSTRALIA'S SUPPORT FOR TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER TO LDCS: EXAMPLES OF BILATERAL INITIATIVES 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Africa Food Security Initiative (AFSI)  
Policy objective and/or purpose The AFSI was implemented to improv e food security in Africa. It sought to “increase agricultura l productivity 
through increased investments in agricultural research and development”. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and the Department of Foreign Affairs 
and Trade. 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) East and West African research partners. 
 
The Initiative incorporated three partnerships: 1. CSIRO – Biosciences east and central Africa (BecA)/International Livestock Research Institute 
(ILRI) 
2. CSIRO – West and Central African Council for Agricultural Research and Development 
(CORAF/WECARD) 
3.  CSIRO – Permanent Interstate Committee for Drought Control in the Sahel (CILSS) - 
CORAF/WECARD -  a French research agency wo rking with developing countries to tackle 
international agricultural and development issues (CIRAD).  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) The following LDCs benefit:  Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Camer oon, Chad, the Democratic Republic of 
the Congo , Gambia , Mali, Niger , Senegal , United Republic of Tanzania  and Uganda ). 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding of research, capacity building and institutional strengthening. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Food and nutritional security, agricultural productivity, livestock health, institutional governance, research for 
development, and public-private partnership development. 
Type of technology transferred Value chains, food security syst ems, research for development (including modelling and statistic s), specific 
knowledge relating to agricultural production, an d technology and tools relevant to bioscience. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Increased capacity of African researchers and African farmer s to solve Africa's agriculture and livestock challenges 
in relation to food security. Institutional capacity building with partner organisations in country.  
Outcomes/impact CSIRO – BecA/ILRI Part nership (ongoing): 
The partnership is enhancing research impacts and building capacity in improving food and nutritional security via 
improving food safety, increased uptake of nutritional foods across the value chain and improved approaches for 
                                               
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- 4 - Title of project/programme 
 Africa Food Security Initiative (AFSI)  
management and treatment of priority animal diseases for sub-Saharan Africa. The research focused on 
addressing these issues is in the following LDCs (Burundi, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, United 
Republic of Tanzania, and Uganda), as well as in Kenya. 
 CSIRO - CORAF/WECARD Partnership (now completed): CSIRO worked with the national research 
institutes, non-governmental organisations and farmer groups to improve crop and livestock production by 
assessing potential innovations in cropping and livestock markets, via a program of farming systems and animal 
health research and development and related capacity buil ding for West and Central Africa.  In these regions the 
program addressed agricultural issues in the following LDCs (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Gambia, Mali, 
Niger and Senegal), as well as in Ghana.  
 Policy Pathways for food security in West Africa (CSIRO – CILSS – CORAF/WECARD – CIRAD 
Partnership, now completed): This partnership aimed to facilitate the participatory development of a coherent 
set of policy pathways within the Government of Burkina Faso  to achieve a food-secure future. The project was 
focused on developing a new cohort of scientific, technica l and policy specialists working to improve food security 
in Burkina Faso and the broader region.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A 37 million across the 3 partnerships  
Duration The BecA-CSIRO partnership of AFSI ceased on 30 June 2015. Funding of $3million for a core support phase from 
1 July 2015 to 31 October 2016 for this partnership has been detailed separately below. 
The other two AFSI partnerships have been completed: 
 CSIRO - CORAF/WECARD Partnership: 2010 – 31 March 2015 
 CSIRO – CILSS – CORAF/WECARD – CIRAD Partnership: 2013 – 31 December 2014. 
Status  Completed, as detailed above. 
Contact point for information http://www.csiro.au/en/Research/AF/Areas/Food-security/PPFS  
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 African Enterprise Challenge Fund : Research into Business Window  
Policy objective and/or purpose Research Into Business aims to increase agricultural productivity and income, and create jobs, through innovative 
business projects that take agricultural research outputs to smallholder farmers. The African Enterprise Challenge 
Fund investment aligns with the Australian Government's  new aid paradigm, which focuses on boosting economic 
growth through aid for trade and productivity enhancement investments. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, working with the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)  
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 African Enterprise Challenge Fund : Research into Business Window  
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) African-based agribusiness providers were eligible to apply for grants and/or loans through a competitive funding 
round 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Burundi and Malawi  
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Grant funding (matched by recipient) and/or loans, plus design/business management support from KPMG 
(managing contractor) to maximise business sustainability and development impact  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Agribusiness 
Type of technology transferred The Fund provides incentives for new and innovative agricultural technologies to be commercialis ed into local 
markets. Examples of technology to be commercialised under the current round includes: 
 - a range of post-harvest storage and processing in terventions to reduce aflatoxin risk in Malawian 
groundnut production; and 
 - support in production and promotion for an enhanced industry for essential oils in Burundi. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Stronger economic performance in local agriculture-related markets and commercialisation of more inclusive, 
scalable business models. 
Outcomes/impact During 2013-14, the Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund's Research into Business Window has contracted and made 
initial disbursements on two projects in LDCs, through a competitive selection process. Whilst too early to 
measure progress, the projects are expected to demonstrate innovative, viable and replicable business models over their six year life-cycles. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Approx. $A9 million overall, including project grants to a number of African least developed and developing 
countries, and management costs. LDC-targeted funding relates to the Burundi project ($A450,000) and the 
Malawi Project ($A363,932). 
Duration 2012-2015 with ongoing project management responsib ilities being maintained by AGRA and KPMG over the six 
year life-cycle. 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information http://www.aecfafrica.org/ 
 
  
Title of project/programme Agriculture and Food Information System fo r decision making support programme in  
South Sudan  
Policy objective and/or purpose The specific objective of this pr oject is to strengthen the quality and use of food, livestock and nutrition 
information in government and partner decision-making. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the European Union 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) South Sudan Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Tourism, Animal Resources and Fisheries, the South Sudan Bureau 
of Statistics, and a number of state governments in South Sudan.  
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- 6 - Title of project/programme Agriculture and Food Information System fo r decision making support programme in  
South Sudan  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) South Sudan 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Grant funding to support capacity building of relevant South Sudan government institutions. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Agriculture 
Type of technology transferred Agriculture and food information systems 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer  Capacity building to support implementation of  standardised methodologies for collecting, 
analysing and disseminating relevant food se curity data (crop, livestock and natural 
resources) by the Government of South Sudan and state-level governments. 
 Support to establish a Government-led group to validate core food security information on a 
regular basis, in order to inform high-level decision making. 
Outcomes/impact An improved food security information manageme nt system for planning, programming, coordination and decision 
making in South Sudan, including developed capacity of the national and state governments to use and maintain. 
 
To date, this information system has proved a useful tool through its contribution to the development of a revised 
Office of the Coordination of Humanitari an Affairs Crisis Response Plan in 2014. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A2.5 million (represents 30% of overall project costs) in 2012/13 
Duration 2013-2016 
Status Ongoing 
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Australia Africa Partnerships Facility Study (AAPF) Tours   
Policy objective and/or purpose The AAPF was developed to help bu ild the human resources capacity of African countries, particu larly in areas and 
ways where Australia has recognised strengths and expertise.  
 Its responsive, flexible approach allows the exchange of skills and knowledge in a broad range of African countries 
and contexts.  The AAPF's primary tools for implementing  activities are: technical assistance and advisory 
support; training and study tours; work placements; research; and grant support for partner-led capacity development projects. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Africa Australia Research Forum, International Mining fo r Development Centre, Government of Western Australia; 
Skills DMC  
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 Australia Africa Partnerships Facility Study (AAPF) Tours   
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Officials from African Governments, including Burkina Faso, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 
Ethiopia, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Senegal, South Sudan, 
Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and Zambia . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding of research and training 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Mining skills for development and mining governance 
Type of technology transferred Combination of skills and knowledge in the mining sector. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer In 2015, 36 participants from LDCs  attended mining study tours relevant to technology transfer, mining skills 
development and mining governance. 
 
Additionally, the AAPF is helping to strengthen Liberia 's legal and regulatory environment in the mining sector by 
developing a publicly accessible online cadastral system  and provide a software system that will enhance 
cadastral administration. 
 
Outcomes/impact The Mining and Gender study tour examined th e gender impacts and challenges arising from growth in the 
extractives sector in Australia and Africa looking at bo th women's and men's roles and how they relate to each 
other to achieve improved male/female engagement an d industrial, social and economic development.  
 
The Mining and Development Infrastructure Study Tour provided participants with:  
 an overview of the types of infrastructure required by  large mining and energy operations – and associates 
communities and small business – including developed land , energy, water, roads, rail, ports, airports, and 
community infrastructure including support services such as education, health and housing.  
 understanding of the various financing models that can support government efforts to develop such 
infrastructure, including government funding, industry  funding, public-private partnerships and private 
investment models.  
 appreciation of government roles in the development of mining infrastructure, including facilitating private 
sector investment and providing suitable regulatory , planning and community development frameworks.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Approx. $A900,000. 
Duration Mining and gender study tour: 14 days (March 2015) 
Mining and Development Infrastructure Study Tour: 12 days (April 2015) 
Status Completed. 
Contact point for information http://www.aa-partnerships.org 
 
   
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 Australia Awards  
Policy objective and/or purpose Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships and fellowships funded by the Austr alia Government 
offering the next generation of global leaders an oppo rtunity to undertake study, research and professional 
development. They include long term awards (e.g. the Australia Awards Scholarships, and the Australia Awards 
Pacific Scholarships) and short term awards (such as the Australia Awards Fellowships). 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade  
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Australian tertiary institutions and Australian host organisations (private, public and non-government 
organisations) 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) 1,023 recipients from 26 LDCs for 2015 .  
 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding for scholarships enabling citizens of LDCs to undertake study in Australia.  
 
In the cases of the Australia Awards Fellowships, Austra lian organisations must apply for funding (targeting 
individuals from partner countries) to deliver programs through a competitive grant process. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Education and training 
Type of technology transferred Knowledge and skills 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Awards complete good quality education, training and pr ofessional development and research activities, building 
capacity and promoted an educated workforce that help s build and sustain economic development and a stronger 
technological base. For example, the Awards fund vocational scholarships in trades, hospitality and community 
service through the Australia Pacific Technical College. 
 
Outcomes/impact Australia Awards are intended to strengthen human resource development capacity, build partnerships and 
linkages, address regional priority issues and contribute to long-term development needs in partner countries. 
Expenses (AUD/$A) Approximately $A108 million for Awards for recipients in LDC countries in FY 2014-15.   
Duration Ongoing 
Status Under implementation 
Contact point for information http://dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-a wards/pages/australia-awards-scholarships.aspx  
 
 
  
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Least Developed Country 
 Long-term Short-term Total 
Number of 
Awards 
Afghanistan 1 0 1 
Bangladesh 66 34 100 
Bhutan 53 49 102 
Burundi 2 2 4 
Cambodia 56 24 80 
Democratic Republic of the Congo 0 7 7 
Gambia 2 0 2 
Kiribati 33 16 49 
Lao PDR 51 6 57 
Lesotho 8 0 8 
Liberia 6 0 6 
Malawi 11 1 12 
Mauritania 0 1 1 
Mozambique 7 0 7 
Myanmar 51 87 138 
Nepal 46 48 94 
Rwanda 7 2 9 
Sierra Leone 5 2 7 
Solomon Islands 52 55 107 
South Sudan 5 0 5 
United Republic of Tanzania 15 17 32 
Timor-Leste 24 47 71 
Tuvalu 19 6 25 
Uganda 12 6 18 
Vanuatu 45 20 65 
Zambia 16 0 16 
Total 596 427 1023 
 
  
  
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 ACIAR Multidisciplinary Research Program to Improve Food Security in Myanmar  
Policy objective and/or purpose To build research knowledge and ca pacity to improve food production techniques by male and fema le small-
holder farmers and fishers, agricultural universities and institutions, as well as the capacity of government 
to use knowledge generated in the field to inform policy and decisions. 
Government agencies or institutions providing 
incentives for technology transfer Australian Centre for International Agricultural Resear ch (ACIAR) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and 
Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or 
eligible for incentives (Transferor) Ministry of Fisheries, Livestock and Rural Development; Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation; Yezin 
Agricultural University; Yezin University of Veterinary Science; Rangoon University  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Myanmar 
Types of incentives measures for technology transfer Government funding. 
Field or sector of technology transfer activities Agriculture, fisheries, livestock and rural development. 
Type of technology transferred Agricultural research.  
Expected output related to technology transfer Increased research and extension capacity in Burmes e institutions and individuals; increased access to 
improved technologies, including crop germplasm, animal health products, and agronomic practices. 
Outcomes/impact The outcomes of the Research Program are: 
 increased and sustained productivity of rice cropping systems in the Ayeyarwady Delta; 
 increased quality and nutritional value of seeds, dissemination of new and improved 
varieties, improved legume farming systems and enhanced capacity for research and 
development in relevant agencies; 
 improved livelihoods of small-scale livestock producers in the Central Dry Zone by 
enhancing management, nutrition and health of small ruminants, indigenous cattle and 
village poultry; 
 improved capacity for management of Myanmar's inland capture and culture fisheries 
and the emergence of co-management of fish eries and small-scale aquaculture as the 
cornerstone of rural food security and livelihoods; 
 integrated understanding of farmer livelihoods and household drivers of decision making 
and change into agricultural research and extension services in the Central Dry Zone and Ayeyarwady Delta regions; 
 identification and implementation of effective farmer extension methodologies for 
agricultural technological change and adoption; and 
 a needs and demands-based analysis of human resource development and the 
identification of cost-effective capacity building interventions in rural/agricultural 
development. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A 12 million   
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 ACIAR Multidisciplinary Research Program to Improve Food Security in Myanmar  
Duration 2011-2016 
Status Under implementation 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Cambodia Agricultural Value Chain Program (CAVAC)  
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 CAVAC is increasing the value of rice-based agricultural production and smallholder income in three 
Cambodian provinces – Kampong Thom, Kampot and Takeo.  
 CAVAC is constructing and rehabilitating irrigation schemes and providing farmers with access to 
agricultural inputs such as fertilisers, pesticides and training in modern farming techniques. It is 
addressing key systemic failures along the agriculture value chain from supplier to consumer.   To enable higher productivity and incomes, CAVAC is strengthening market connections that promote 
greater investment and add value along specific product value chains that link suppliers to farmers 
and farmers to consumers.  
Innovations with the private sector help to improve their business and at the same time help farmers 
to access better solutions for farming. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer  Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor)  Key stakeholders include Cambodian Ministry of Agricultur e, Forestry and Fisheries, the Cambodian Ministry of 
Water Resources and Meteorology, Cambodian Provincial Departments, and private sector and other development 
partners in the Cambodian agriculture sector. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee)  Cambodia 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Agriculture sector, with a focus on increased agricultural yield. 
Type of technology transferred  Knowledge and expertise. 
 
Outcomes/impact  For example, CAVAC has: 
 partnered with 12 fertiliser companies to assist retailers and agents to give better advice to 
farmers about what type of fertiliser to use and when. CAVAC helps the companies see the 
business case for providing better information and develops tailored strategies for each 
company to help improve the knowledge and skills of staff and agents;  
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 Cambodia Agricultural Value Chain Program (CAVAC)  
 worked with two companies to conduct media market research and analyse consumption 
patterns, and a third company to produce a television series related to agriculture. As 
companies see the market size of rural consumers and their tastes, research and production 
companies can sell their products and support dissemination of farming practice information; 
 partnered with a range of seed companies, private producers and associations to help them 
innovate in seed production, demonstration and marketing practices;  
 worked with pesticide companies to help them and their retailers boost the knowledge of 
farmers on the safe use of pesticides, providing benefits to health and crop yields, and reducing 
environmental degradation; 
 partnered with approximately 40 private companies to improve agricultural inputs for farmers to 
increase their rice yields and incomes through improving their retailers capacity, field 
demonstrations and experiments. Through the re tailers training, farmers were provided with 
knowledge and skills on how to properly apply fertiliser and pesticide and select better yield 
seed. The project's impact assessment indicates high adoption rate of new farming practice by 
farmers;  
 provided skills for around 3,580 model farmers, who will then share innovative knowledge and 
experience with other farmers;  
 supported the development of a rice pest and disease diagnostic tool, Cambodia's first 
diagnostic tool to control pest and provide disease solutions. Eight Cambodian companies have 
signed agreements with CAVAC to implement this pest control tool; and  
 established and trained 20 Farmer Water Users Communities management committees to 
sustainably operate and maintain irrigation schemes supported by the Australian Government. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A)  $A 61.3 million 
Duration 1 January 2007 to 31 March 2016 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information (e.g. 
website address) http://dfat.gov.au/geo/cambodia/development-assistan ce/Pages/agriculture-rural-development-assistance-
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- 13 - Title of project/programme Core Program Support to the Commonwealth Scientific  and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) 
and Biosciences east and centra l Africa (BecA) Partnership  
Policy objective and/or purpose The purpose of this activity is to complete and get maximum value from the previous phase of fu nding via AFSI 
(see above). The activity will seek to ensure sustainabili ty of the BecA-ILRI Hub and the implementation of its 
(2013 – 2018) business plan, support the continuation of broader links between BecA and Australia, and position 
the Hub for the future including developing other partners hips to leverage key outputs from Phase 2 projects.  
 The core support funds will be a general program contribu tion to the African Biosciences Challenge Fund (ABCF) 
fellowships – honouring the existing commitment to fe llows for 2015-16. The ABCF provides fellowships to 
scientists and graduates students from African national agricultural research organisations and universities to undertake biosciences research-for-development projects.  The focus of the Fund is to build critical research 
capability in African institutions. The Fund is managed by BecA -International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI). 
 The ABCF Program is funded by other organisations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the UK 
Department for International Development, Sweden and the Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture. 
 
Staff will also coordinate/facilitate training workshop s and catalyse Master Classes (in conjunction with the 
Crawford Fund and others) in science writing, demand-d riven plant breeding and other emerging opportunities. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)  and the Department of Foreign Affairs and 
Trade 
 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Biosciences east and central Africa (BecA), National Agricultural Research Systems from a number of LDCs, and 
other local partner institutions involved with both BecA and those fellows and institutes involved in the ABCF.  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan, the United Republic of Tanzania and 
Uganda.  
 
In addition, recipients of the African Biosciences Challeng e Fund have been from national agricultural research 
institutes and universities in Burundi, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of 
Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Mada gascar, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principle, Somalia, 
South Sudan, Sudan, the United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer The current phase of the Partnership has focused significantly on research of agricultural science solutions and 
development of models and adoption approaches, includin g the use of innovation platforms. The core support 
phase is providing support to embed these approaches with other development partners. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Agricultural science, bio-science, food safety, improved nutrition and management of animal diseases. 
Type of technology transferred Value chain analysis, impact assessments, bioinformatics, livestock disease control, laboratory management and 
research skills. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Development and effective adoption of agricultural science innovations, improved bioscience research capacity and 
regional coordination of cross-cutting issues. 
 
Research and capacity building through the African Bioscien ces Challenge Fund is being achieved by three streams:  
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- 14 - Title of project/programme Core Program Support to the Commonwealth Scientific  and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) 
and Biosciences east and centra l Africa (BecA) Partnership  
hands-on training workshops; fellows for African scientists to undertake research at the BecA-ILRI Hub, and visits 
by Hub scientists to countries for institutional capacity-bui lding, to raise awareness of  the Hub, and to identify 
regional needs and talents. 
Outcomes/impact Improved capacity to address agriculture and food security issues. 
 For the CSIRO-BecA partnership, the program has helped develop a thermo-stable vaccine for sheep and goats; 
improved cavies breeding and housing practices; and impr oved aflatoxin detection/control.  In addition, the 
partnership has had success in building local research capacity, particularly focused on new disease resistant plant varieties. BecA have also actively targeted women as part of their regional-focused Africa Biosciences Challenge 
Fund fellowships and formal training. 
 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A3 million (2014-2015) thus far across a range of LD Cs and non-LDCs in East, West and Central Africa. 
Duration This final 'core support phase' for the partnership is from 1 July 2015 to 31 October 2016. 
Status Under implementation 
Contact point for information http://hub.africabiosciences.org  
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Community-based Climate Change Action Grants Program  
Policy objective and/or purpose The purpose of this Grants Progra m is to help build the resilience of communities to the impact s of climate change 
through community-based disaster risk reduction, food an d water security, agricultural productivity and ecosystem-
based adaptation activities.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Australian and international non-governmental organisations, and some partner government institutions. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste  and Vanuatu . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Financing through Official Development Assistance. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Climate change, agricultural productivity and food security. 
Type of technology transferred Skills and knowledge in climate adaptation, small scale technologies such as climate resilient a gricultural 
technologies and methodologies. 
Outcomes related to technology transfer Most projects had a small component dedicated to the transfer of small-scale technologies, such as climate resilient 
agricultural technologies. 
Outcomes/impact - Improved livelihoods and food security. 
- Improved resilience of communities to the impacts of climate change.  
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 Community-based Climate Change Action Grants Program  
- Improved knowledge, attitude and practice towards Climate Change Adaptation. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A30 million 
Duration 2012-2015 
Status Concludes in 2015 
 
 
 
Table B:  Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships Recipi ents and Payments by 2015-15 financial year, by LDC 
 Title of project/programme  Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships 
 
Policy objective and/or purpose Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships  are merit-based scholarships and fellowships providing opportunities 
for citizens around the world to undertake study, rese arch or professional development in Australia and for 
Australians to do the same overseas. 
The Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships aim to build Australia's reputation for excellence in the provision of education and research and offer high-achieving individuals from overseas and Australia opportunities to increase their productivity and expertise in their field. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Education and Training 
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Australian educational institutions 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, La o PDR, Nepal, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste and Yemen . 
See Table B below for figures. 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Funding, including to nationals in countries eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA). 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Various 
Type of technology transferred Transf er of knowledge, skills and know-how. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Enhanced capacity to access knowledge, skills and know-how which can help underpin both development and 
transfer of technology efforts. 
Outcomes/impact In 2014-15 the Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships programme will continue to develop ongoing educational, 
research and professional linkages between individuals an d institutions in Australian and selected partner regions 
and countries.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A6.2 million for 218 recipients from 9 LDCs  as set out in the table below for 2014-15. 
Duration 2014-15 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information http://internationaleducation.gov.au/Endeavour  
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Recipients 
Afghanistan  2 
Bangladesh  90 
Bhutan 90 
Cambodia  13 
Lao PDR  4 
Nepal  13 
Solomon Islands  4 
Timor-Leste  1 
Yemen 1 
Total 218 
 
 
Title of project/programme Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration project  
 
Policy objective and/or purpose The Farmer Managed Natural Regenera tion project aims to improve food security and climate resil ience in 
smallholder farming systems in East Africa.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, in partnership with  World Vision Australia and its affiliates in East Africa. 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Rwanda Natural Resource Authority, Rwanda Enviro nment Management Authority, and community-based 
organisations and farmers in Rwanda and Uganda. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Rwanda and Uganda. 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Training provided through local workshops to farmer groups  and “incentive” kits provided to local community-based 
organisations to encourage more productive use of farmland.  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Smallholder agriculture (both crop and livestock). 
Type of technology transferred Techniques to support active natu ral regeneration and management of vegetation (trees and shrubs ) in degraded 
lands by farmers. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Farmers and extension officers provided with appropriate te chniques and tools to increase the value and quantity of 
woody vegetation on farmlands, with a ppropriate supporting policies developed. 
Outcomes/impact This Project is demonstrating good results at early stages of implementation. Initial results have included a 
reported increase in availability of forage for lives tock and improved soil and water conservation. On-farm 
implementation commenced in late 2013, with training fo r 1,415 men, women and children from Uganda and 1,853 
from Rwanda.   
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Since the beginning of the program to date, over 31, 456 have adopted FMNR technology, including 4,520 in 
Uganda and 17,593 in Rwanda.  
 Land under FMNR implementation in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania has also gone up significantly, from 3,537 in 2014 to over 4,090.5 hectares today – including an  increase of 30.5 hectares in Rwanda and 214 hectares 
in Uganda.  
 Demand for training on FMNR has equally increased ov er the beneficiary communities. Farmers are reporting 
increased benefits, many of the families practicing FMNR are experiencing increased household incomes from 
increased crop yields, livestock feed and timber.    
Results from FMNR in East Africa have been used to replicate and scale-up FMNR in Southern Africa.  On 14-17 
April 2015, World Vision and ICRAF delivered an internatio nal conference in Malawi dubbed “Beating Famine”. 
Experiences and lessons shared and partnerships built during  the conference, are being used to catalyse actions to 
reverse land degradation among the small-holder farmers in Southern Africa.   
 
A number of local workshops with farmers, industry and government representation have also taken place in Uganda and Rwanda, as well as training for Rwandan community extension agents and local champions from 
institutions such as the Rwanda Natural Resource Authority and the Rwanda Environment Management Authority.  
 Further, incentive packages have been provided to a num ber of local community-based organisations, which have 
included items for farming. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Full program value: $A1.5 million, including support to two other African developing countries.  
 
The LDC targeted funding is for Rwanda ($A43, 112) and Uganda ($A621,992). 
Duration December 2012- December 2015 
  
Title of project/programme Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases 
 
Policy objective and/or purpose The Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases supports international and interdisciplinary collabora tions in research 
focusing on chronic, non-communicable diseases. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Researchers in a range of health and medical research in stitutes/councils, who are building on previous research 
that has examined the efficacy of prev entative and control-based approaches.  
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Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) The Global Alliance's work focuses primarily on target communities in low-income and middle-income countries.  
NHMRC projects have focused, for example, on research on prevention and treatment of Type 2 Diabetes in low-
income and middle-income countries. 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government financing. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Health and medical research. 
Type of technology transferred Knowledge and skills. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer A coordinated research effort that will address chronic, non-communicable diseases by means of a network of 
researchers.  
Outcomes/impact The overall goal is to tackle the burden of ch ronic, non-communicable diseases by systematically building the 
evidence base for sound policy-making, as guided by global experts on non-communicable diseases.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) In 2013, NHRMC committed $A5 million for research on the implementation of programs aimed at preventing and 
treating Type 2 diabetes in low-income and middle-i ncome countries.  In 2011, NHMRC had committed a further 
$A5 million for research on the implementation of prog rams designed to control and prevent hypertension and 
reduced the associated disease burden in target communities. 
Duration Grants are awarded for up to 5 years. 
Status Grants awarded in 2015 relating to Type 2 Diabetes were for four and five years. Grants awarded in 2011 relating 
to hypertension research were for three years.  NHMRC an ticipates ongoing participation in future GACD programs. 
Contact point for information http://www.gacd.org/  and http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/grants/apply-funding/global-alliance-chronic-diseases 
 
 
 
Title of project/programme Government Partnership for Development Program 
 
Policy objective and/or purpose Government Partnerships for Deve lopment is a competitive funding program which draws on Austral ian public sector 
expertise to assist public sector organisations in developing country partners undertake their critical role in 
encouraging sustainable and inclusive econ omic growth and reducing poverty.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Australian public sector organisations (including at federal and sub-federal levels) statutory and state-owned bodies, 
and publicly-funded universities. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) In general, the GPFD targets public sector organisations in an eligible developing country or region, with a 
geographic focus on the Indian Ocean, Asia and Pacifi c regions, as well as high-level intergovernmental 
organisations within this geographic focus. Among the activities currently being funded are activities in 
Bangladesh, Myanmar and Timor-Leste.  
Types of incentives measures for Funding of activities includin g training programs, seminars and workshops, secondments, intern ships, peer-to-peer  
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technology transfer exchanges, and applied policy research.  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Public sector  
Type of technology transferred Transfer of skills and knowledge.  
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Activities currently being funded include: 
 enhancing the institutional capacity of APEC public-private partnership agencies;  
 improving the expertise of senior officials in the Bangladesh  energy and power sectors; 
 improving the quality of research capacity in a university in  Myanmar ;  
 identifying management techniques to increase the production of village poultry in Timor-
Leste ; and 
 enhancing ocean governance for sustainable economic development through maritime boundary 
delimitation and marine spatial planning in the Pacific . 
Outcomes/impact The impact is enhanced capacity within partnered public sector organisations.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Activities are supported between a minimum total grant of $A.05 million over the life of the activity, and a maximum 
of $A3 million.  
Duration Activities may run for a maximum of three years. 
Status Rounds run in 2013 and 2014 only. 
Contact point for information http://aid.dfat.gov.au/business/ other_opps/Pages/gpfd.aspx 
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Guidelines for surveillance for plant pests in Asia and the Pacific  
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 To assist plant health scientists to devise scientifically credible pest surveillance activities. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Agriculture, and Australian Ce ntre for International Agricultural Research 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Australian Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) LDC members in the Indo-Pacific region, including Lao PDR . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding of research and training. 
Field or sector of technology transfer Food security and agricultural productivity.  
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 Guidelines for surveillance for plant pests in Asia and the Pacific  
activities 
Type of technology transferred 
 Combination of best practice, skills and knowledge on surveillance for plant pests. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Development of a manual (Guidelines for surveillan ce for plant pests in Asia and the Pacific). 
Outcomes/impact 
 This manual will assist plant health scientists to devise  surveillance programs and to transmit specimens to the 
laboratory for identification and preservation. The Guid elines provides explanatory text, a decision tree and 
numerous 'best-practice' case studies to assist scientists to operationalise the general prescriptions of several International Phytosanitary Standards, especially ISPM 5 and ISPM 6. 
 
Lao PDR, French and Arabic translations of the Guidelines are underway. It is anticipated that the Guidelines will be 
translated into Hindi and Bengali. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A165,000. 
Duration Until December 2015 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information (e.g. 
website address) http://aciar.gov.au/publication/mn119  
 
 
Title of project/programme Improved and sustained productivity  of Afghan farming systems in water scarce environments through 
adaptive research 
Policy objective and/or purpose Afghan communities living in wate r restricted areas benefit from improved and sustainable food security and 
agricultural productivity. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Australian Centre for International Agricultural Rese arch and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry 
Areas, and the Afghanistan Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Afghanistan  
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Agriculture, livestock and rural development. 
Type of technology transferred Seed breeding and improvement, seed production, livestock manage ment, fodder management, watersh ed 
management, and dry land agronomic practices. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer  Farmers (men and women) incorporating new varieties in their annual planting.  
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adaptive research 
 Area planted and productivity benefits achiev ed by farmers incorporating new varieties. 
 Accessibility of new varieties to farmers. 
 Policy commitment and improved capacity of Afghan  agencies to run their own varietal testing 
program. 
 Increased water availability, reduced soil er osion and reduced conflict, arising from the 
promotion of better catchment management options. 
 Number and percentage of farmers (men and women) incorporating new conservation options 
in their farming system. 
 Area to be benefitted, and productivity gains to be achieved, by farmers incorporating new 
conservation options. 
 Accessibility of new forage and fodder options to farmers. 
Outcomes/impact  Increased quality and availability of improv ed wheat and maize varieties adapted to the 
irrigated and rain-fed farming systems of Afghanistan. 
 Improved use of water resources by households dependent on dry-land agricultural production 
through integrated watershed development and capacity building. 
 Increased availability of feed resources adapted for low water use as supplementary feed in the 
crop-livestock systems of Afghanistan which are increasingly constrained by water availability. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A17.735 million. 
Duration 2012-2017 
Status Under implementation 
Contact point  http://www.aciar.gov.au/ 
 
  
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Title of project/programme 
 International Mining for Development Centre (IM4DC)   
Policy objective and/or purpose The IM4FDC assists developing and least de veloped countries to use their mineral and 
energy resources to grow their economics, re duce poverty and deliver long-term economic 
and social benefits to their people and communities.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade  
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Energy and Minerals Institute, University of Western Australia, and Sustainable Minerals Institute, University of 
Queensland. 
 
International and regional partners involved in hosting or implementing some of the activities included: the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC), the Southern and Eastern Minerals Information Centre (SEAMIC, Dar es 
Salaam), and the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA). 
 During the reporting period, the IM4DC-AMDC Memorandum of Understanding was formally signed and launched at 
a ceremony in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The IM4DC provided Australian input into the AMDC priority project on 
geoscience management, including participating in a stak eholder workshop in Addis Ababa.  IM4DC and AMDC co-
hosted the second Emerging Leaders in African Mining Program at African Mining Indaba.  AMDC has also co-hosted 
other IM4DC training courses and events.  
 
Study tours conducted under the auspices of the Australian African Partnerships Facility (including funding in relation to such activities and the LDC bene ficiaries) have been reported separately. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Various LDCs, including Cambodia,  Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Guinea,  Liberia , 
Madagascar , Malawi, Mali , Mauritania,  Mozambique, Myanmar, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, 
the Solomon Islands, South Sudan, United Republic of Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and Zambia . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding.  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Governance of mining and extractive industries 
Type of technology transferred Knowledge and know-how in all rele vant fields connected with gove rnance of mining and extractive  industries. 
 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer During 2014-2015, the IM4DC delivered the following activi ties for the benefit of LDCs and other developing 
countries (and achieving 34% female participation in program activities). The IM4DC: 
 delivered 14 courses and workshops in Australia for 242 participants from 37 countries, including 
representatives from Cambodia, Democratic Republic of Co ngo, Guinea, Madagascar, Mozambique, 
Myanmar,  Rwanda, Sierra Leone, the Solomon Island s, South Sudan, Togo, Uganda, United 
Republic of Tanzania and Zambia ;  
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 International Mining for Development Centre (IM4DC)   
 delivered 20 courses overseas for 743 participants from 38 countries, hosted by Ethiopia, South Africa, 
United Republic of Tanzania and Zambia , and involving representatives from these countries as well as 
LDC representatives from Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, 
Mauritania, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Sudan and Uganda; 
 conducted a regional development and mining program, hosted by the Philippines in March 2015, with LDC 
representation from the Solomon Islands (other representatives included from Indonesia, Mongolia, Papua 
New Guinea and the Philippines) 
 commissioned 21 research projects and received reports from seven Action Research projects, including on 
rapid assessment frameworks for mining and region al development, lessons learned from mine waste 
management best practice, geological surveys and online training system for geosciences (more details are 
available at http://im4dc.org/action-research-reports/);  
 hosted 10 participants on Fellowship activities, including from the Myanmar Development Resource Institute, 
the United Republic of Tanzania's  SEAMIC and Zambia's  Copperbelt University and provided support for 
five student research activities;  
 assisted with a Cambodian Government Mining and Energy Study Tour in March 2015, attended by 
representatives from the Cambodian Ministry of Economics and Finance; 
 enhanced key features for the online alumni Community of Practice M4DLink to extend alumni engagement;  
held a one-day forum in Perth in April 2015 linked to the IM4DC Conference, attended by representatives 
from various LDCs;  
 convened in-country alumni days in five countries, including Zambia  (as well as Ghana, Indonesia, Mongolia 
and Peru); and 
 provided support to alumni activities including conf erence attendance (for example, the IM4DC funded a 
Solomon Island  representative to attend a PNG conference on resource development, and three Malagasy 
alumni to conduct a project on women and sapphire mining) and small projects (e.g. a multi-stakeholder 
dialogue on Zambia's  mining tax regime in June 2015). 
Outcomes/impact Enhanced capacity to access knowledge, skills and know-how which can help underpin both development and 
transfer of technology efforts in the mining sector. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Pro-rata budget for participation in fellowships and the courses listed above by LDC participants (and other 
developing country participants) was appropriately $A1.3 million. 
Duration Funding above is for 12 months (2014-15). 
Status IM4DC has completed with expenditure of $31m from October 2011 to June 2015. 
Contact point for information http://im4dc.org/ , with IM4DC's Annual Report (July 2014-June 2015) available from this website and offering 
further details of the above. 
  
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Title of project/programme 
 Promoting high value agricultural expo rts through in-transit cool treatment 
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 To develop within ASEAN Member Countries technical understanding of in-transit, cool chain treatments and 
regulatory confidence in this kind of supply chain to meet phytosanitary requirements of high-value, SPS-sensitive, 
export markets.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer 
 Department of Agriculture 
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) 
 NSW Department of Primary Industries; Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources, 
Victoria; Citrus Australia Limited; Australian Table Grape Association; Apple and Pear Australia Limited. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) 
 Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer 
 Financing through Department of Foreign Affairs and Tr ade, South East Asia Discretionary Development Fund 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities 
 Food security and agricultural productivity 
Type of technology transferred 
 Knowledge transfer of science of cold treatment, co ld treatment procedures and schedules, horticultural 
export/import requirements, importance of cold treatmen t to Australian horticultural exports through workshop. 
The initiatives also facilitated practical implementation and monitoring of in transit cold treatment to achieve pest 
control. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Understanding of principles and practice of in-transit, cool  treatments to manage risks from plant pests in fresh, 
agricultural commodities. Practical skills in application and monitoring of cool treatments, including use of next-
generation, temperature sensors. Transfer of awareness of cool chain procedures and enabling technologies to 
ASEAN regulators and private sector. 
Outcomes/impact 
 The activity (a) introduced ASEAN agriculture agencies and private sector to protocols and technologies which they 
can utilise to expand their market opportunities (e.g. for dragon fruit); and (b) safeguarded Australian exports to emerging markets (including Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam). 
 
Benefits can flow to: (a) farmers and exporters in ASEAN countries, including least-developed countries; and (b) Australian producers, rural communities and exporters, initially in southern regions. The activity is ODA eligible in that it transfers innovative protocols and technologies to developing countries, providing trade opportunities for 
agricultural commodities, and thus improving livelihoods in poor, rural communities. It introduces innovation to the 
private sector in each ASEAN country via agriculture agencies.   
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 Promoting high value agricultural expo rts through in-transit cool treatment 
The activity promoted adoption of harmonised phytosan itary measures in the ASEAN region, which will assist 
realisation of economic benefits anticipated from the advent of the ASEAN Economic Community in 2015. 
 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) 
 $A117,000  
Duration  February 2015 ‒ June 2015 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Safety Management Systems for Nuclear Facilities , under the auspices of the Forum for Nuclear 
Cooperation in Asia  
Policy objective and/or purpose Strength ening of nuclear and radiation safety. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) The Forum for Nuclear Cooperation (FNCA) in Asia is a Japan-led cooperation framework for peaceful use of nuclear 
technology in Asia. The cooperation consists of FNCA meet ings and the project activities with the participation of 
Australia, Bangladesh, China, Indonesia, Japan Kazakhstan, Korea, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Thailand and 
Vietnam. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Bangladesh 
Types of incentives measures for technology transfer Provision of expertise by ANSTO in the technology area of safety management systems of nuclear facilities and 
provision of funding for the Bangladeshi officials to participate in regional meetings. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Safe operation of nuclear facilities. 
Type of technology transferred Technical knowledge on safety ma nagement systems, as they apply to nuclear facilities (specifica lly research 
reactors), through peer review methodologies and guidance documents. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Operators of nuclear facilities in Bangladesh more capable and prepared to run their facilities according to good, 
established principle of safety management systems. 
Outcomes/impact Safer workplace and community, extending regionally. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A56,000 annually, shared amongst all nine Forum for Nuclear Cooperation in Asia developing member countries, 
including Bangladesh. 
Duration 2009-2016 
Status Nuclear facility (research reactor) in Bangladesh was peer reviewed in May 2014. Tangible improvements to the 
safety management systems at the facility were reported by Bangladesh at the subsequent peer review meeting 
held in Vietnam in June 2015. 
  
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Title of project/programme 
 ASEAN Regional Diagnostic Network Project  
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 Enhance the capacity of ASEAN countries to identify plant pests and diseases, promote regional 
networking of diagnostic capacity; and stimulate the adoption of new, diagnostic techniques. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer 
 Department of Agriculture 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor)  CSIRO; Queensland Department of Agriculture, Fisher ies and Forestry; Victorian Department of Economic 
Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources; Plant Bios ecurity Cooperative Research Centre; University of 
Adelaide, Adelaide Research & Innovation Pty Ltd; NSW Department of Primary Industries. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) 
 ASEAN members including Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar.  
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer 
 Financing through the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free  Trade Area (AANZFTA) Economic Cooperation Work 
Programme (AECWP). 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities 
 Food security and agricultural productivity 
Type of technology transferred  Combination of skills and knowledge transfer through work shops and specialist training on diagnostics of plant 
pests and diseases, and procurement of equipmen t, including remote microscopy technologies. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Improve the skills of front-line identifiers and specialist diagnosticians to identify plant pests and diseases, and 
develop low-cost, diagnostic resources. Development an d implementation of the ASEAN Regional Diagnostic 
Network. Networked, diagnostic capacity to provide credibility to national pest lists required by ASEAN countries to 
gain access to international markets and develop a risk-based approach to quarantine policy. It is anticipated that 
enhanced diagnostic capacity will contribute to the re moval of unwarranted SPS barriers to trade within the 
AANZFTA zone. 
Outcomes/impact 
 Between October 2014 and October 2015, plant health activities funded by the AECWP have included: 
 diagnostic training activities on ascomycete fungi and whiteflies; and 
 pest nematodes surveys in Cambodia and Lao PDR. 
 
Equipment (e.g. microscopes, digital cameras, laborato ry consumables, chemicals, extraction kits, survey 
materials, literature, etc.)  were procured in association with training activities and  remote microscopy 
technologies deployed. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A220,000. Note the funds allocated refer to listed activities  only; funding is available for additional activities until  
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 ASEAN Regional Diagnostic Network Project  
 June 2016. 
Duration 
 Until June 2016 
Status 
 Ongoing 
Contact point for information (e.g. 
website address) 
 http://www.ardn.info/  
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Asia-Pacific Metrology Programme (APMP) and Asia Pacific Legal Metrology Forum (APLMF)  
Policy objective and/or purpose This Programme aims to strength en regional metrology infrastructure, specifically scientific me asurement 
capabilities and legal metrology frameworks. 
 
In so doing, it intends to ensure a sound regional technical infrastructure that underpins the reduction of technical barriers to trade, benefits in assuring the quality of imports into Australia and to facilitate trade within the region. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer The Department of Industry (National Measurement Instit ute, NMI), plus designated institutes responsible for 
ionising radiation standards (Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation and the Australian Radiation 
Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency).  
 
The NMI is Australia's official member of the two peak Asia  Pacific bodies in metrology - the Asia Pacific Metrology 
Programme (APMP) and the Asia Pacific Legal Metrology Forum (APLMF). 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) Counterpart national metrology institutes, designated institutes within national measurement systems and national 
legal metrology authorities. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Counterpart metrology institutes in Bangladesh , Cambodia , Lao PDR  and Nepal . 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Technical training to develop scientific and legal metrological capabilities. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Scientific and legal metrology. Sectors in which these capabilities are required include: health; environment; food 
safety; and energy. 
Type of technology transferred Metrology expertise (scientific and legal). 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Example outputs include goods and services of internationally harmonised quality and interoperability that are 
made available within these economies and to the international community, including Australia. 
 
Activities targeting the listed LDCs conducted over the reporting period have comprised training courses, workshops 
and seminars in scientific and legal metrology (for example, APMP  activities in Cambodia in June 2015). 
Outcomes/impact Harmonisation and international recognition of metrology infrastructure and capabilities assists in protecting 
consumers (safe and reliable goods and services). It also reduces technical barriers to trade to provide a stronger  
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regional environment for trade and collaboration as well as building regional science and technology capabilities.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD) Activities have been funded by various means, including by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, through 
APMP funds, and by APEC, the World Bank, and the German national metrology institute. 
 
The National Measurement Institute is not funded to undertake these activities other than providing in-kind 
support.  
Duration More than 10 years 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point http://www.apmpweb.org/  and http://www.aplmf.org/ 
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 The Clean Energy Ministerial and th e Clean Energy Solutions Center  
Policy objective and/or purpose The Clean Energy Ministerial wa s launched in 2009 to bring together Ministers and stakeholders from major 
economies to promote policies and programs that advance clean energy technologies, including energy efficiency, 
and to share lessons learned and information on best practice.   
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer The Department of Industry and Science leads the Australian Government's engagement in the Clean Energy 
Ministerial.  
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Australia co-leads and co-funds the Clean Energy Solutions Ce nter, an initiative under the Clean Energy Ministerial, 
with the US Department of Energy.   The Clean Energy Solutions Center is delivered by  the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory. 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Various LDCs. 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Co-funding of the Clean En ergy Solutions Center. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Clean energy and energy efficiency. 
Type of technology transferred The Clean Energy Solutions Center is an online knowledge sharing platform showcasing best practi ce clean energy 
policies, data and analysis, and fostering policy innovation.  
 The Clean Energy Solutions Center offers resources and se rvices appropriate to a global audience but recognises 
the importance of tailored information addressing regional and local issues. The Clean Energy Solution Center's Ask 
an Expert  service offers policy makers the opportunity to engage with experienced clean energy and energy 
efficiency professionals to address specific policy issues.  
Expected output related to technology 
transfer The Ask an Expert service has provided advice to representatives from over forty countries, many of which are 
LDCs , assisting them develop policies to better absorb clea n energy technologies within their energy systems. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD) $A2.4 million  to support the renewable energy components of the Clean Energy Solutions Center.  
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 The Clean Energy Ministerial and th e Clean Energy Solutions Center  
Duration In 2010, Australia committed funding for five years. The third funding agreement between Australia and the US 
National Renewable Energy Laboratory has just commen ced and is expected to be finalised by June 2016. 
Contact point https://cleanenergysolutions.org/about  
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Global Green Growth Institute  
Policy objective and/or purpose The Institute is an international advisory organisation that promotes the sustainable developme nt of developing and 
emerging countries, including LDCs.  As part of the Institute's approach to research and knowledge dissemination, 
it partners with governments and other expert bodies to explore channels for achieving green growth objectives.   
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Various 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) The following LDCs currently partnering with the Institut e (including through a dedicated LDC expansion program) 
are Cambodia, Comoros, Ethiopia, Kiriba ti, Lao PDR, Mozambique, Myanmar,  Nepal, Rwanda, Senegal, 
Timor Leste, Uganda and Vanuatu.  
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Australia is a member of the Institute's primary gove rnance body (the Institute's Council) for 2015 and 2016 and 
participates in the Institute's Management and Program Sub-Committee. Australia has an ongoing role in the Institute's decision making and allocation of resources to support technology transfer. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Clean technology, renewable energy technology, urban development and land/forests. 
Type of technology transferred Knowledge in the form of advisory  services about the policies, regulations, technology transfer and new market 
opportunities to achieve green growth objectives. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer The Institute's operating model embeds technical staff into developing country government ministries. By becoming 
a trusted advisor to government, the Institute aims to maximise the opportunities for close working relationships 
and transfer of green growth knowledge an d advice, including technology transfer.  
Outcomes/impact The Institute has, for example, examined inte rnational mechanisms for green technology innovation, and has 
proposed options for an international architecture which would extend the pace and diffusion of technological innovation. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) A$28.3 million (between 2012-2016) 
Duration 2012-2016 
Status Australia's Financial Year 2014-15 contribution of $A18.3 m illion secures Australia's membership on the Institute's 
Council for 2014, 2015 and 2016, in accordance with the multi-year contribution agreement. 
Contact point  http://www.gggi.org/ 
  
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Title of project/programme 
 Green Climate Fund (GCF)   
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 The GCF aims to become the world's largest channel for climate finance. It will support developing countries to 
grow their economies in a sustainable way and help them to adapt to climate change.   All developing countries to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change are eligible to receive 
resources from the GCF. The GCF will finance agreed full an d agreed incremental costs for activities to enable and 
support enhanced action on adaptation, mitigation (inc luding REDD-plus) technology development and transfer 
(including carbon capture and storage), capacity-building and the preparation of national reports by developing 
countries.  
 The GCF is moving towards its operational phase and is yet to disburse any project funding. The GCF Board will 
agree the GCF's first set of projects at its meeting in November.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer N/A 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) 
 At 27 August, the GCF has accredited 20 entities to implement GCF projects:  
Acumen Fund Africa Finance Corporation  
Agence Francaise de developpement  
Asian Development Bank  
Caribbean Community Climate Change Center  
Centre de Suivi Ecologique (Senegal)  
Conservation International Foundation  
Corporacion Andina de Fomento  
Deutsche Bank  
Environmental Investment Fund (Namibia)  
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development  
Inter-American Development Bank  
World Bank  
KfW (German Development Bank)  
Ministry of Natural Resources of Rwanda  
Peruvian Trust Fund for National Parks and Protected Areas  
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (India)  
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme  
United Nations Development Programme; and  
United Nations Environment Programme.  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) All LDCs are eligible to receive GCF support.  
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Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer N/A 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Climate change  
Type of technology transferred N/A 
Outcomes/impact N/A 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) 
 Over 35 countries have made pledges to  the GCF, with the total pledges tota lling USD 10.2 billion. Australia has 
pledged $A200 million to the GCF and made a first tranche payment of  
$A70 million on 30 June 2015.  
Duration Ongoing  
Status The Fund is moving towards its operational phase. 
Contact point for information (e.g. 
website address) http://www.gcfund.org   
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 International Fund for Cultural Diversity 
Policy objective and/or purpose  A central element of Australia's approach to implementi ng the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and 
Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expression is in nurturing partnerships across and between all levels of government, commercial and not-for-profit organisations (including arts, cultural and educational institutions) and 
artists, philanthropists and the community.  
Australia encourages and supports artists to create divers e and innovative new works of the highest quality. The 
principle of integrity recognises that the arts and culture are intrinsically valuable, and an essential part of a confident and sophisticated society. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer The Ministry for the Arts through UNESCO and member parties to the 2005 Diversity Convention. 
 
  
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Funding is provided to various LDCs through the 2005 Di versity Convention's International Fund for Cultural 
Diversity (IFCD).   
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) 
 Various LDC Member Parties  to the 2005 Diversity Convention 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer 
 The IFCD is a multi-donor fund established to promote sustainable development and poverty reduction in 
developing countries through support to projects that aim to foster the emergence of a dynamic cultural sector. For 
example, funding is provided to promote grassroots micro-in itiatives in the audio-visual sector and contribute to 
economic development in LDCs. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities 
 Digital technology transfer in the arts and cultural sector.  
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Type of technology transferred 
 Skills transfer for cultural entrepreneurs, civil  society actors and decision makers.   
Outcomes/impact 
 To promote the emergencies of a dynamic cultural sector, revitalisation of the local economy and create positive 
social change.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) 
 $A160,000 
 
Duration Ongoing  
Contact point for information (e.g. website address) 
 http://en.unesco.org/creativity/ifcd  and 
http://en.unesco.org/creativity/ifcd/media/fundraising/publications/brochure-3-2014  
 
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 Support for Industry Service Organisations Programme  
Policy objective and/or purpose 
 Relevant activities under this Programme include standa rds development and capacity building for particular 
countries in the region. The aim is to enhance the recognition and use of standards and conformance in the region to increase trade opportunities and two way market access.  
 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Industry and Science 
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives (Transferor) Standards Australia and the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) 
 Myanmar , Vanuatu  and other Pacific neighbours. 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Government funding 
  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities 
 Technical infrastructure activities (standardisation and conformance)  
Type of technology transferred 
 Knowledge, skills and capacity building.  
  
Outcomes/impact 
 This Programme highlights the opportunities for National Standards Bodies to work closely together with the ISO 
Regional Office to assist least developed and developing  countries in improving their standards infrastructure. 
 
Under the SA SPRING ISO Institutional Strengthening Project-Myanmar , a workshop was held in May 2015. 
Key outputs from this Workshop included:  
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 a package of training material from ISO Regional  Office, SPRING SG and Standards Australia (in 
English, in both hard copy and electronic form); 
relationships established and enhanced between key SPRING SG, Standards Australia, the Myanmar Department of 
Research and Innovation (DRI) and the ISO Regional Office; 
links between DRI officials and other key stakeholders strengthened; 
a sector prioritisation model developed, as well as a process diagnostic and indicative process model for draft 
Myanmar Standards Regulation; 
practical experience gained in standards writing; 
exposure to different sector and stakeholder engagement models based on Singapore and Australia's experiences; 
appreciation of Good Standardization Practice and concepts in development of policies, processes and procedures; 
and standardisation processes and infrastructure strength ened at the institutional level to prepare DRI and its 
stakeholders for more active participation in international standardisation work.  
 
A final report on the Joint Australia/Singapore/ISO Institutional Capacity Building Workshop provides a baseline for 
the Myanmar Department of Research and Innovation to implement a robust Standard Operating Procedure system 
with full stakeholder involvement. 
 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) 
 Approximately $A4 million in total funding for eligible activities under the funding agreement and MoUs. A modest 
portion of this funding contributes to technological transfer to LDCs. 
Duration 
 Standards Australia and NATA receive four year funding terms (currently 2012-16) 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information (e.g. 
website address) http://www.industry.gov.au/industry/I ndustryInitiatives/TradePolicies  
 
 
Title of project/programme 
 World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Tr usted Intermediary Global Accessible Resources 
(TIGAR) Project  
Policy objective and/or purpose The TIGAR project facilitates cross-border exchange of copyright-protected electronic files for books in accessible 
formats between national libraries and charitable institutions (trusted intermediaries) serving the blind, visually 
impaired and other persons with print disabilities.  
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 
Partner enterprises or institutions targeted or eligible for incentives 
(Transferor) IP Australia  
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 World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Tr usted Intermediary Global Accessible Resources 
(TIGAR) Project  
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Bangladesh and Nepal 
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Funding provided to WIPO under the terms of Australia's Funds-in-Trust with WIPO.  
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Training to assist the visually impaired in higher education. 
Type of technology transferred Training on accessible book prod uction, on the use of DAISY Talk ing Books and on the use of the TIGAR Service 
Database. 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer Non-governmental organisations, the Ministry of Education and commercial publishers are provided with the 
technical knowledge to produce accessible books and to convert existing educational titles in Bengali into accessible 
formats. 
Outcomes/impact Bangladesh : Visually impaired university students have been identified and books produced in accessible formats 
to assist them with their studies. Workshops have been held on use of reading assistive technologies for persons 
who are visually impaired.   Substantial training has been provided to ensure continued accessible book production 
in the medium to long term.  There is ongoing technical su pport and assistance to the Ministry of Education and the 
non-governmental organisation producing the accessible books.  
Nepal : 140 books of educational material, in both English and Nepali, in accessible formats have been produced. 
100 reading devices have been procured, training workshop s held and an equitable loaning system established. 
Training for commercial publishers, the Depa rtment of Education and NGOs was held.  
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) Total - $A 181,022.27 
 
Duration Bangladesh: Nov 2013 – May 2015 
Nepal: Nov 2014 – May 2015 
Status Ongoing 
Contact point for information www.a ccessiblebooksconsor tium.org/tigar 
 
 
  
Title of project/programme 
 WIPO Funds-in-Trust Programme: Developm ent of Intellectual Property Systems  
Policy objective and/or purpose To address gaps in the intellectu al property systems of Asia-Pacific LDCs, to improve aspects o f intellectual 
property administration (including the development of nation al intellectual property strategies) and to assist LDCs  
to accede to, and implement, WIPO treaties. 
Government agencies or institutions 
providing incentives for technology 
transfer Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade  
Partner enterprises or institutions 
targeted or eligible for incentives IP Australia  
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 WIPO Funds-in-Trust Programme: Developm ent of Intellectual Property Systems  
(Transferor) 
Targeted LDC Members (Transferee) Cambodia, Kiribati, Lao PDR, Myanmar,  Solomon Islands, Tuvalu and Vanuatu .  
Types of incentives measures for 
technology transfer Official development assistance. 
Field or sector of technology transfer 
activities Intellectual property 
 
Type of technology transferred Knowledge and skills as follows: 
 assistance to Myanmar and the  Solomon Islands with developing and implementing an 
intellectual property strategy 
 increased understanding by officials in Cambodian, Lao PDR  and Myanmar of the 
administrative requirements for Pa tent Cooperation Treaty (PCT); 
 PCT training for ASEAN counterparts;  
 developing capacity for running a national IP office and administering a trade mark system in 
Myanmar ; and 
 training on improving and implem enting copyright frameworks in  the Solomon Islands and 
Vanuatu . 
Expected output related to technology 
transfer A range of outputs flowed from the above ac tivities and may still follow, for example:\ 
 adoption by Pacific Island Countries of national intellectual property strategies which identify 
how intellectual property can be used for economic and social development, e.g. in the tourist 
industry, agricultural research, and in promoting the creative industries; 
 intellectual property officials with first-hand experience of a the PCT system; 
 increased capacity in establishing and maintaining a national IP office and system; 
 trade mark examiners with enhanced knowledge  and skill regarding examination based on 
absolute and relative grounds; and 
 increased awareness and understanding of copyright's role and value in cultural, social and 
economic development among decision makers. 
Outcomes/impact The impact of the above activities included: 
 stronger capacity to formulate and implement national intellectual property policies and 
strategies; 
 improved understanding of requirements to implement the Patent Cooperation Treaty and 
Madrid Protocol efficiently;  
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 trade mark examiners with a better understanding of how to apply new trade mark law; and 
 improved capacity of policy makers to establish or strengthen the copyright system in their 
respective countries. 
Budget or funds allocated (AUD/$A) $A95, 997.93, comprised as follows: 
 $A 30,750.58 advisory mission to the Solomon Islands, April 2015; 
 $A 39,529.76 mission to Myanmar, February 2015; 
 $A 11,866.07 PCT workshop for Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar; 
 $A 37,707.04 ASEAN Training on PCT and ePCT, March 2015 (including Cambodia, Lao PDR and 
Myanmar); 
 $A 19,826.24 Training Program on Financial and Human Resource Management of a National IP 
Office in Myanmar, November 2014; 
 $A 9,283.10 Training Program on Trademark Filing and Registration Management in Myanmar, 
November 2014; 
 $A 14,856.94 Cook Islands workshop on copyright, April 2015; and 
 $A 81,140.99 National and Sub-regional work shop on Copyright, Vanuatu, January 2015. 
 
Duration The Funds in Trust program runs from 2012 to 2015. 
Status All activities reported have been completed. 
 
 
 
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