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Analysis of strategic techniques

In a world of geopolitical uncertainty, rapid technological development and a global arms race, Sweden needs an ambitious technology policy. This will make it possible to strengthen competitiveness and security and accelerate the transition to a sustainable and resilient society. Vinnova continuously analyses which technology areas Sweden should prioritize.

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About the analysis

The analysis is being conducted within the framework of a government assignment that runs from 2024 to 2028 and is updated annually. It shows where Sweden's strengths, challenges and opportunities lie in strategically important technology areas.

The work is based on:

  • data-driven mapping
  • dialogue with actors in business, academia and the public sector
  • international comparisons.

Strategic technologies for Sweden

2026

Sweden's opportunities in the strategic technologies of the future are not only determined by strong research and successful companies. At least as important is the roles Swedish actors can take as new technological systems, markets and business models emerge. This report analyzes Sweden's strengths, dependencies and opportunities in a rapidly changing global technology landscape.

Read the report Strategic technologies for Sweden - Analysis basis 2026

View a presentation of the report

Previous reports

2025

How competitive is Sweden in strategically important technology areas? In this year's analysis, Vinnova provides an overview of global trends, Sweden's position and how different technology areas interact. The analysis has been developed to provide knowledge that support for national priorities

Read the report Strategic Technologies for Sweden 2025, analysis basis 2025

2024

In a world of geopolitical uncertainty, rapid technological development and a global arms race, Sweden needs an ambitious technology policy. This is necessary to ensure future competitiveness, security and to transition to a sustainable and resilient society. In this report, Vinnova identifies six prioritized technology areas.

Read the report Strategic Technologies for Sweden 2024, a basis for national priorities

From analysis to action

The results from the analysis form the basis for the roadmaps for Sweden's technology leadership, which provide suggestions for concrete measures.

Roadmaps for Sweden's technology leadership

More about the mission

The work is part of the government's assignment to Vinnova to strengthen Sweden's long-term technology leadership. The assignment is linked to the investment in clusters of excellence for strategic technologies, which will be developed until 2028.

Implement initiatives for collaborative research and innovation within clusters of excellence for cutting-edge and strategic technologies on the government website

Contact

Göran Marklund

Director and deputy Director General for external matters

+46 8 473 30 80

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Last updated 7 April 2026