Nuestro esfuerzo en I+D, por Xavier Ferràs

The article highlights a critical disparity in global R&D investment, revealing that Spain’s contributions remain stagnant at a fraction of GDP compared to major technological powers. While countries like China, the US, and South Korea mobilize massive state-backed funds to control strategic technologies and reindustrialize, Spain shows negligible growth. This slow pace suggests a potential crisis for the national economy, as it risks becoming dependent rather than innovative in an era where technological sovereignty is paramount. This shift marks the end of an era defined by cost-driven globalization, replaced by a new paradigm focused on security, proximity, and technological control. Nations are now prioritizing the development of local talent and the protection of critical supply chains, such as semiconductors and AI. The immense financial resources deployed by global corporations and states indicate that future economic prosperity depends heavily on densifying innovation clusters and mastering intellectual property, leaving countries that fail to accelerate R&D behind. The relevance to open data lies in the urgent need for high-quality, transparent, and accessible data to navigate this complex geopolitical and technological landscape. To effectively benchmark national performance, attract talent, and design evidence-based policies, Spain requires robust data infrastructure that facilitates comparison with leading economies. Without open, accurate metrics to track R&D efficiency and innovation outcomes, the country cannot adequately adapt to the new competitive reality or reverse the brain drain, ultimately hindering its transition to a knowledge-based economy.

Source: lavanguardia.com
Published on 2024-01-07

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