EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
At the initiative and leadership of DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Pena and as commissioned by the Department of Science and Technology, PAGTANAW 2050 which literally translates to “looking ahead” is the first inter-disciplinal and trans-disciplinal project on Philippine-focused Science, Technology, and Innovation (ST&I) Foresight and Strategic Plan. The main goal of the Foresight document is to chart a strategic path by anticipating the factors that will influence the development of the Philippines’ scientific capital in the years leading up to 2050. It is meant to serve as a planning device towards achieving concrete goals and designing strategic plans that shall transcend political periods whilst aiming for inclusive growth, sustainability, and competitiveness in STI. The document also suggests significant drivers of change and provides insights and reflections on plausible STI development paths that will impact on the aspirations of the Filipino people and development of the nation towards 2050.
ORGANIZATION
The DOST ST&I Foresight Development Program
The general objective of this endeavor is to strengthen the ST&I Foresight within and beyond DOST through the operationalization of PAGTANAW 2050, the Philippine ST&I Foresight toward a future-oriented S&T innovation system. Specifically, this program aims to develop the PAGTANAW 2050 indicators; integrate the PAGTANAW 2050 into the DOST Foresight Framework; develop the Philippine ST&I Foresight Training Series; and mainstream PAGTANAW 2050 through the development of a strategic communication plan.
UPDATING OF THE PAGTANAW 2050: THE PHILIPPINE ST&I FORESIGHT
This project focuses on updating and enhancing the PAGTANAW 2050 foresight document by 2027, incorporating diverse insights, best practices, and critical analyses to strengthen its relevance and effectiveness as a roadmap for Philippine ST&I in addressing future challenges.
As part of the initial phase, NAST PHL invited various organizations within the scientific community with the expertise and capacity to conduct an external review. This review aims to provide an independent and comprehensive assessment to guide the enhancement of PAGTANAW 2050 and ensure its continued relevance in realizing the aspirations of the Filipino people for a prosperous, archipelagic, maritime nation.
Dr. Napoleon K. Juanillo Jr.
Co-Project Leader
Assistant Secretary, Technology Transfer, Communications, and Commercialization Unit, DOST
Dr. Rico C. Ancog
Co-Project Leader
2019, Outstanding Young Scientist Deputy Director for Administration, SEARCA
Academician William G. Padolina
Co-Project Leader
Member, Mathematical and Physical Sciences Division, NAST PHL
Dr. Napoleon K. Juanillo Jr.
Project Leader
Assistant Secretary, Technology Transfer, Communications, and Commercialization Unit, DOST
Undersecretary Maridon O. Sahagun
Co-Project Leader
Undersecretary, Scientific and Technical Services, DOST
Academician Mudjekeewis D. Santos
Co-Project Leader
Member, Agricultural Sciences Division, NAST PHL
Academician Fortunato T. de la Peña
Project Leader
Member, Engineering Sciences and Technology Division,
NAST PHL
PAGTANAW 2050 MILESTONE
