International collaboration
International collaboration is a core element of the Agency’s remit and is crucial to the success of both long-term capability enhancing efforts and the operational work. The EU and NATO are priority partners in this regard.
Secondments – staff posted abroad
EUROPEAN UNION
The Agency seconds staff to the Directorate for Strategic Communication at the European External Action Service, EEAS.
From 2026 the Agency will second an expert to DG Communication (DG COMM) at the European Commission, to be included in the Task Force dedicated to strategic communication and countering information manipulation.
NATO
The Agency seconds staff to the Office of Strategic Communication, OSC, at NATO HQ in Brussels. The office is organized under the Secretary General.
The Agency also seconds staff to NATO Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence in Riga, Latvia. The Centre contributes to developing concepts and building capability in countering information threats and manipulations.
Multilateral and bilateral collaboration
Relevant networks within the EU, NATO and the G7 Rapid Response Mechanism are among the Agency’s prioritized multilateral collaborations.
Bilateral collaboration focusses primarily on Sweden’s and Europe’s neighborhood, such as enhanced collaboration with the countries around the Baltic Sea and continued support to Moldova. The Agency is also tasked with supporting Ukraine.