INTRODUCTION

The Ministry of Communication, Science and Technology (MCST) was established in November 1998 for the purpose of developing and strengthening the country's science and technology infrastructure for the betterment of our lives by improving our economic productivity, personal health and environmental quality.

In order to ensure that these national objectives are met, MCST will play a crucial and dynamic role in providing a comprehensive framework for promoting and developing science, engineering and technological capability of the Maldives.