Analysing National Innovation System of Pakistan

Abstract

This paper evaluates the national innovation system of Pakistan. Our analytical framework develops upon the OECD framework to analyze the national innovation systems. The broader frame of analysis includes the dimensions of institutional pattern, institutional functions, and institutional interactions. We discuss the system of innovation in Pakistan under the yardsticks of policy formulation, research and development activities, research and development funding, development of human resource, transfer of technology, and technology entrepreneurship, research and development collaboration among institutions, and technological adoption. It has been found that the Pakistan’s system of innovation is yet at the initial stages of its development as compared to many developing countries. Efforts are being made on many fronts to improve the efficiency of the system it is recommended that policy formulation process should include all the stakeholders. More efforts are needed for technological diffusion.

Key words: National Innovation system, technological entrepreneurship, technology diffusion, Pakistan