2. The Science and Technology Basic Plan (2001-2005) (unofficial
version)(decided by the Government of J apan on March 30, 2001)
Chapter 3 Missions of the CSTP
4. Promotion of Nationally Important Projects
In addition to the basic concepts of resource allocation described
above, the CSTP should express i ts opinions on nationally important projects
to be implemented under inter-ministry cooperation. CSTP evaluations on these
projects should be made with an eye to effective and efficient implementation,
such as by avoiding unnecessary duplication. Upon implementation, the CSTP should
further evaluate th e progress and impact of projects.
