MLE on Alignment and Interoperability of Research Programmes – Report on National Preconditions

This report, produced by the PSF Mutual Learning Exercise (MLE) on Alignment and Interoperability of Research Programmes, is concerned with the role that National Preconditions play in the Joint Programming Process (JPP), including Joint Programming Initiatives (JPIs) and other public-to-public partnerships (P2Ps). The report builds on a Challenge Paper, background research and feedback from participating countries at MLE workshops in Brussels, Vienna and Ljubljana. The Report focuses on five National Preconditions identified as key factors to enable alignment and interoperability: political commitment, an R&I system that prioritises societal challenges, a dedicated budget for joint programming, dedicated human resources in relevant ministries/agencies, and flexible funding for participation in joint programming.