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On the date of June 17, 2025, the Government of Luxembourg, represented by the Prime Minister, the Minister of Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism, the Minister of Defense, the Minister of Digitalization and Minister of Higher Education and Research, as well as the Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister, in charge of media and connectivity, signed a strategic partnership with Mistral AI Promote the development and adoption of artificial intelligence in Luxembourg. Gallery 1 (from G. to Dr.) Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral AI; Luc Frieden, Prime Minister (c) Me (from G. to Dr.) Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral AI; Luc Frieden, Prime Minister (c) ME (seated, from G. to dr.) Stephanie Obertin, Minister of Digitalization and Minister of Research and Higher Education; Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral AI; Luc Frieden, Prime Minister; Elisabeth Margue, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister, in charge of media and connectivity-(Standing, from G. to dr.) N.C .; Lex delles, Minister of the Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism (c) Me (from G. to Dr.) Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral Ai; Yuriko Backes, Minister of Defense (c) MAE This partnership marks a significant step in the commitment of Luxembourg to position itself as a world leader in the economy of data sovereignty. Following this strategic partnership, Mistral AI will open offices in Luxembourg and will thus contribute to the creation of highly qualified jobs. By collaborating with Mistral AI, a renowned European startup, the government is taking an important step in the implementation of its new strategy in terms of artificial intelligence. Beyond economic development, the partnership pursues a double objective, namely the adoption of artificial intelligence within the State and collaboration with public research institutions. The areas of research are multiple and above all aim to have a concrete impact for society. A particular emphasis is placed on the subject of an artificial confidence and explainable intelligence in the field of compliance (Trusted and Explainable AI for Compliance). This multi -year partnership will also allow the government to use Mistral AI services by developing advanced solutions, in collaboration with local actors, in connection with the flagship projects identified in our national strategy on artificial intelligence. Mistral AI offers solutions with high potential, making it possible to create more innovative, more effective and better suited to the needs of citizens and businesses. The implementation of such technologies also represents a strategic lever to accelerate the digital transition within public administration, in particular for the implementation of digital governance which aims to value public sector data more. A contract signed between the Minister of Defense and Mistral AI, within the framework of the strategic partnership, will also allow close collaboration between Mistral AI and the Luxembourg army to further integrate tools of advanced artificial intelligence in its activities. The common thread of this partnership remains the sovereignty of Luxembourg data, a fundamental principle that guides all our initiatives. This is why the solutions proposed within the framework of this collaboration are all hosted on site, thus guaranteeing that the sensitive data remain under the exclusive control of the State. By opting for on -site solutions, we ensure that all critical information is protected in accordance with the strictest security standards, while meeting the specific requirements of our country in terms of confidentiality and data protection. This approach not only strengthens data security, but also the confidence of citizens and businesses in the technologies that the State deploys. The Prime Minister, Luc Frieden said: This partnership is a crucial step in our strategy to make Luxembourg a world leader in the economy of data sovereignty. A European artificial intelligence, with a Luxembourg touch. Beyond the development of new AI tools, it is above all the adoption of new technologies by citizens, companies and the public administration that will make all the difference. Arthur Mensch, CEO of Mistral AI, added: By choosing Mistral AI, the Luxembourg government affirms its commitment to European strategic autonomy. We are proud of this partnership which places AI at the service of the demanding protection of state data, while deploying our technology with the public authorities.FS IA solutions that will transform public action. About Mistral AI Mistral AI is a European startup specializing in the development of advanced language models and artificial intelligence solutions. Based in Paris, Mistral AI undertakes to push the limits of AI while promoting ethical and responsible use of these technologies.
