THE MINISTRY OF SCIENCE AND TELEFONICA
WILL INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES
Madrid, July 27. (EFE) .- The Minister of Science and Innovation,Cristina Garmendia, and the chairman of Telefonica, CesarAlierta, today signed an agreement to invest in innovative technology - based entrepreneurial projects in the sector througha public-private venture capital.
This agreement is part of the program of the Ministry "INNVIERTE" Sustainable Economy, which aims to encourage investment in innovative companies in this sector "with high growth potential," they said both entities in a joint statement.
The Center for Industrial Technological Development, depending on Science and Innovation, is responsible for this plan, which aims to lead the country's technological development and increase levels of competitiveness of innovative companies.
Telefonica will provide these companies with funding and expertise in the market. The multinational said that their assistance is open to both companies in a stage "emerging" asothers seeking to consolidate and expand.
The company recalled its commitment to investment in research and development, which intended "to about 8%" of their annual income.
On the other hand, the ministry announced that yesterday opened the selection process of investing initiatives similar to this for innovative companies in the energy sector and the environment. Applications may be made until September.
Similar processes will be launched soon for the pharmaceuticaland health.
STATEMENT BY THE MINISTER OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION, Cristina Garmendia, and the Chairman of Telefónica, César Alierta.
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