Hernán Chaimovich Brazilian Academy of Sciences Atibaia May 10th, 2007

Strengthening international science for the benefit of society

THE ICSU VISION The long-term ICSU vision is for a world where science is used for the benefit of all, excellence in science is valued and scientific knowledge is effectively linked to policy-making. In such a world, universal and equitable access to high quality scientific data and information is a reality and all countries have the scientific capacity to use these and to contribute to generating the new knowledge that is necessary to establish their own development pathways in a sustainable manner.

Alice: Can you tell me which way I should take? The Cat: It depends on where you want to go. Alice: I don’t know where I want to go. The Cat: Then it does not matter which way you take. Lewis Carroll 1865

A Strong Foundation in a Changing World Building for the Future Strengthening the Structures

PAA Recommendations: In the context of the development of a long- term strategic framework and international Scientific Data and Information Forum:

48. CODATA should develop a clear long- term strategy that focuses on key international data management and policy issues, giving special attention to the needs of developing countries.

49. The lines of communication between CODATA and ICSU need to be improved. CODATA should continue to develop a closer working relationship with ICSU bodies such as INASP and ICSTI in areas where there are complementarities and clear added value.

50. CODATA needs a more inclusive worldwide membership. ICSU should encourage those of its members who are not currently affiliated to CODATA to reconsider this position.

51. While developing its long-term strategy, a short-term CODATA focus on implementation of relevant aspects of the Science in the Information Society Agenda for Action and preparation for the World Summit on the Information Society II is both appropriate and valuable.

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