CSTIA
Headquartered in Pionyang, North Korea
The Central Scientific and Technological Information Agency (CSTIA) is North Korea’s primary national center for the collection, management, and dissemination of scientific and technical data. Subordinate to the State Academy of Sciences, it serves as a centralized digital repository that provides researchers, factories, and academic institutions with access to essential technical information and global research trends.
The agency is responsible for operating the specialized databases of the national intranet, Kwangmyong. It focuses on digitizing domestic and foreign scientific literature, patents, and technical manuals to foster innovation and support the country's economic self-reliance. By providing a structured flow of information, CSTIA acts as a vital resource for the development of local industry, agriculture, and nationwide scientific advancement.
The agency is responsible for operating the specialized databases of the national intranet, Kwangmyong. It focuses on digitizing domestic and foreign scientific literature, patents, and technical manuals to foster innovation and support the country's economic self-reliance. By providing a structured flow of information, CSTIA acts as a vital resource for the development of local industry, agriculture, and nationwide scientific advancement.