Global Scans · Partnerships for the Goals · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

• [New] Abu Dhabi-based investment vehicles have been active in forming partnerships across Africa and Asia to secure upstream access to battery metals and industrial inputs, while also targeting opportunities in trading, aggregation and value-added processing. Khaleej Times
• [New] The partnership with ANA Holdings in Japan, supported by Toyota's infrastructure and government cooperation, plans to deploy over 100 air taxis in Tokyo. Ainvest
• [New] The pair of $100 million investments into Xreal and Viture (and especially Xreal's close partnership with Google) will put pressure on Meta to release its AR glasses sooner rather than later. Road to VR
• [New] The Albanese government has made real progress in strengthening regional partnerships to help buffer the unpredictable US alliance. The Conversation
• [New] In 2026, partnerships in space will not just be strategic, they will be the engine powering the next era of global defence, commerce, and innovation. Seraphim Space
• [New] Joint production and technology partnerships could offer faster and more cost-effective solutions, particularly as European leaders debate how to reduce reliance on U.S. security guarantees. Daily Sabah
• [New] Biogen has teamed up with C4 Therapeutics on brain penetration technology, and another partnership with Neomorph to work on molecular glues could be complementary. BioSpace
• [New] Partnerships and ecosystems are crucial, with 90% of organizations planning to expand their tech ecosystems over 2027, while roughly a third will increase investment in centers of excellence to support cross-functional teams and experimentation. Digit
• [New] The formation of strategic partnerships between industry participants is expected to be the most likely type of transactional activity in 2027. Mining Weekly
• [New] DAF3 will serve as a premier venue to foster cross-sector partnerships that will propel blockchain integration forward in 2026. The National Law Review
• [New] The partnership between the Ministry of Defence and TPP will deliver the world's most advanced digital health platform for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force - now and into the future. GOV.UK
• [New] Institutional Adoption - Partnerships with Ripple, BlackRock, and stablecoin issuers could drive network usage and demand for W as the connectivity token. CoinMarketCap
• [New] Both Tesla and Waymo continue to expand their artificial intelligence infrastructure and data collection capabilities, while several of Uber's autonomous vehicle partnerships are not expected to scale meaningfully until later in 2026 and into 2027. Proactiveinvestors NA
• [New] MEA's potential to become a global hub for green hydrogen exports creates long-term opportunities for fuel cell vehicle adoption and international partnerships. Precedence Research
• [New] Okolo posited that absent sustained investment in AI education, infrastructure, and local partnerships, the U.S. risks ceding long-term influence over AI systems worldwide. Default
• [New] Strategic partnerships with United AirlinesUAL - and defence firms aim to generate recurring revenue, but execution risks persist amid intense global competition. Ainvest
• [New] Another element of the NVIDIA partnership that's expected to influence Cisco's 2026 efforts is the Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA, which brings together Cisco security and networking technology, NVIDIA DPUs, and storage options. World Wide Technology
• [New] In partnership with Boston Consulting Group, electrified vehicles (hybrids and fully electric) could account for more than 90% of new car sales in Brazil by 2040. valorinternational
• [New] Embedded Insurance: Scaling Through Ecosystems and White-Label Models Embedded insurance will continue its rapid growth in 2026, driven by partnerships with retailers, platforms, and digital ecosystems. ResponseSource
• [New] Apple's partnership with Globalstar has made satellite connectivity mainstream, with future iPhones expected to support messaging, roadside assistance, and geo-location services through satellite connections. Aerospace & Defense News
• [New] India's engagement with ASEAN in 2026 will be framed by the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and its new Plan of Action (2026-2030), which prioritizes connectivity, digital cooperation, and people-to-people ties. Southeast Asia Public Policy Institute
• [New] With China already demonstrating its capacity as a leader in promoting international AI cooperation, U.S. withdrawal from multilateral engagement and reduced aid spending heighten opportunities for China to intensify AI partnerships with Global Majority countries. Default
• [New] HR's partnership with IT will make or break AI transformation in 2026. Training

Last updated: 02 February 2026