Mission

The Science and Technology Office acts as a mediator between Sweden and Japan in matters concerning science, innovation, and industrial renewal and growth.

With the overall long-term objective of contributing to sustainable growth of the Swedish economy, the mission of the Science and Technology Office is

  • to increase knowledge about the Japanese research and innovation system among key actors affecting innovation in Sweden

  • to facilitate cooperation in Research and Development and other exchange of knowledge between Sweden and Japan.

To fulfill its mission the Science and Technology Office maintains extensive contact networks in Sweden and Japan, particularly with key persons and organizations involved in research and innovation in government, academia, and industry.