Functions of the Committee: . consider issues relating to the development of transport and communications infrastructure; . assist Parliament to oversee the development and implementation of policies of the Union relating to transport, communication, science and technology and industry; . consider issues relating to the use of science and technology for the development of the Continent; . assist Parliament to supervise the development policies and the Union implementation programmes for matters of industry, science, technology and energy. The core objectives of Parliament of RSA are to pass legislation (laws); to scrutinise and oversee executive action (oversight of the executive and organs of state); to facilitate public participation and involvement in the legislative and other processes; to participate in, promote and oversee co- operative government; and to engage, participate in, and oversee international relations.