UK and Netherlands Focus on Dual-Use Technologies for Defence Enhancement
The UK and Netherlands are emphasizing dual-use technologies to strengthen their defence capabilities. This collaboration is crucial for addressing national security challenges and fostering innovation.
The UK and Netherlands defence ministries have identified dual-use technologies, including AI, quantum, photonics, and semiconductors, as key to enhancing national security and innovation. Recent discussions emphasized cost-efficiency and scalability in technology development, particularly in the context of drones and advanced sensors.
AI-curated by TheiaInnovate UK announced increased support through sandbox programmes to facilitate funding for dual-use technologies. However, challenges in export and import regulations hinder collaboration, especially for Dutch SMEs in the UK market.
Experts at the recent Innovation Mission highlighted the importance of talent development and shared supply chain resilience in semiconductors and photonics between the two nations, essential for strategic leverage. The focus on joint development presents opportunities to support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts.
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