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Sweden is actively pursuing a partnership with Canada in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) to foster innovation and develop sovereign AI technology. A recent visit by Sweden’s deputy prime minister, accompanied by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia, to Montreal’s Mila research hub highlighted the urgency of AI collaboration between the two nations. This visit underscores Sweden’s commitment to becoming a leading nation in AI, in the face of stringent European regulations. The visit included discussions with prominent AI figures such as Cohere’s Joelle Pineau, who emphasized the importance of technology use regulation over technology regulation itself. Cohere, a Toronto-based AI scaleup, is exploring potential partnerships in Europe, marking a significant step in strengthening AI collaboration between Canada and Sweden. Both countries are focusing on AI sovereignty and promoting homegrown talent to enhance competitiveness on a global scale.