Joint Statement of the United States and Israel on the Launch of a Strategic Partnership on Artificial Intelligence, Research, and Critical Technologies
Publish Date: 2026-01-16 12:47:00
Source Domain: www.state.gov
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Strategic Framework for Cooperation: The United States and Israel have established a new Strategic Framework for Cooperation to deepen their collaboration in critical technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, energy, computing technologies, space, edge innovation, and semiconductors.
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Durable Research and Development Partnership: This partnership emphasizes continued joint research, development, and investment with a renewed focus on security measures to protect sensitive technologies and create a trusted research environment.
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Key Areas of Collaboration: Specific fields include artificial intelligence (machine learning applications in healthcare, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems), semiconductors, robotics, space (Artemis Accords), material sciences, new energy sources, and the establishment of Pax Silica Node.
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Implementation and Governance: The initiative will be overseen by the Joint Economic Development Group to provide strategic direction, ensuring cooperation aligns with both nations’ legislative and international obligations.
