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"content": "As things are today, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, and given the global competition that we have, higher education occupies an important role in the efforts of any country to become competitive in the global market. It is here that, indeed, the talents of those who are gifted in science, technology and innovation are given the opportunity. We need to put a great deal of resources in this area. I was very happy to hear my colleague, the Minister for Higher Education, Science and Technology, say that in not too distant future, a national research foundation is going to be put in place. That is where innovation and major research is carried out. That research eventually translates into development. You cannot have innovation unless somebody has gone through the university, acquired the right education and conducted research. Only then that one can be in a position to innovate. That innovation and research is what we so badly need in this country! The countries that have done extremely well in the world are those that have been able to set aside substantial resources for purposes of research. Unfortunately, I think the allocation of resources for purposes of research is a later comer. I do remember way back in 2003, there was not even a budget line to fund research! It was always expected that the researchers could carry out their own research. They did not require any resources. Whereas other countries all over the world have put in substantial amounts â millions of dollars, sterling pounds, yen and everything else in research--- Those are the"
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