Anthropic is deepening its government partnerships across two continents, announcing new collaborations with Japan and Iceland that underscore the growing role of artificial intelligence in national policy, public services, and education.
On October 29, Japan’s Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with U.S.-based Anthropic, the developer of the Claude AI models. According to the Japanese announcement, the agreement establishes formal collaboration between the institute—housed under Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry—and Anthropic. The goal is to strengthen global scientific standards for AI safety and evaluation.
The cooperation focuses on advancing methods to evaluate AI models’ capabilities, limitations, and risks. Both organizations will exchange information and share best practices related to model testing, safety benchmarks, and emerging risk mitigation techniques. Japanese officials said the partnership is intended to accelerate responsible innovation while contributing to “internationally applicable tools and benchmarks” for AI safety. The memorandum positions Japan among a growing set of governments working directly with leading AI developers to shape global standards.
Just days later, Anthropic announced a separate national initiative—this time centered on education. On November 4, Anthropic and Iceland’s Ministry of Education and Children revealed one of the world’s first nationwide AI education pilots. Under the program, teachers across Iceland will gain access to Anthropic’s Claude platform along with training and support. The initiative gives educators in all regions—urban and remote—tools to streamline lesson planning, adapt learning materials, and provide tailored support to students.
“We’re proud to partner with Iceland’s Ministry of Education and Children to help teachers save time and create better learning experiences for their students,” said Thiyagu Ramasamy, Anthropic’s Head of Public Sector, in the company’s release.
The Icelandic government framed the pilot as an opportunity to explore how AI can improve teaching quality without undermining professional judgment or student safety. Education Minister Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson said the rapid development of AI makes it necessary for schools to understand how the technology can be used responsibly. “It is important to harness its power while at the same time preventing harm,” he said.
Anthropic highlighted that Claude can recognize Icelandic and other languages, allowing teachers to generate materials that are personalized and accessible. The agreement follows other European partnerships, including deployments in the European Parliament Archives Unit and a memorandum with the United Kingdom to explore AI uses in public services.
Together, the Japan and Iceland announcements show how governments are moving beyond exploratory discussions and toward concrete deployments—one focused on safety oversight and the other on everyday educational use. Both initiatives signal a broader shift: generative AI is moving into public infrastructure, and national governments increasingly want a hand on the wheel.
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