As part of the EU’s economic security strategy, Finland has been identified as having exceptional expertise in seven critical technology areas: artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, semiconductors, quantum technologies, telecommunications, space technologies, and cybersecurity.

The report proposes concrete measures to capitalise on these strengths, chief among them the establishment of a Prime Minister-led roundtable where political leaders, businesses, and research organisations would jointly define Finland’s technological trajectory.

Beyond high-level coordination, the recommendations include expanding the leading company model to encompass critical technologies and introducing an alliance funding model for data ecosystems to support crucial data sharing and utilisation.

The report also calls for enhanced collaboration between defence and business sectors, improved access to capital funding for growth companies, and more aggressive pursuit of foreign investment. Additional proposals include a technology training programme for decision-makers, a National Forum on Critical Technologies, and a flagship international event to raise Finland’s global profile.

“Finland’s innovative cooperation models, competencies, and cutting-edge research can be disseminated across Europe,” said Laura Halenius, Senior Advisor at Sitra. “We have the opportunity to anticipate the impacts of technological developments, allocate resources strategically, and act as a thought leader internationally.”