U.S. and Sweden agree technology deal on AI, quantum and defence – INSIGHT EU MONITORING
U.S. and Sweden agree technology deal on AI, quantum and defence – INSIGHT EU MONITORING
Publish Date: 2026-05-26 11:20:00
Source Domain: ieu-monitoring.com
Washington, 22 May 2026
The United States and Sweden have signed a non-binding Technology Prosperity Deal to deepen cooperation on AI, 5G/6G, biomedical research, advanced manufacturing, nuclear energy, space, defence innovation, quantum technologies and research security. The MoU also targets trusted supply chains, Arctic connectivity, subsea cables and safeguards against high-risk foreign technology partnerships.
Memorandum of Understanding Between The Government of the United States of America and the Government of Sweden Regarding the Technology Prosperity Deal
The White House
May 22, 2026
The Government of the United States of America and the Government of Sweden (hereinafter referred to as the “Participants”),
Expressing mutual interest in science and technology capabilities and standards to usher in a new age of innovation to fortify freedom and prosperity for generations to come,
Affirming the value of bilateral science and technology collaboration to enrich the lives and livelihoods of citizens in both countries, and to elevate cooperation to a higher level,
Recognizing the importance of deepening ties with strategic partners as a means to strengthen stability, security, and competitiveness, and
Building on longstanding bilateral research and innovation partnerships, including the 2006 Agreement on Science and Technology Cooperation,
Have reached the following understandings:
I. Purpose
The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter “MOU”) is to enable collaboration towards joint opportunities of mutual interest in strategic science and technology disciplines in order to power the next generation of AI and global connectivity, accelerate biomedical research and innovation, unlock industrial competitiveness, secure energy leadership, strengthen space collaboration, advance a secure quantum ecosystem, and strengthen security in research and industry.
II. Areas of Cooperation
The Participants aim to collaborate…
