insider brief
- EU leaders gather to celebrate the signing of the Quantum Agreement, which recognizes the strategic importance of quantum technologies.
- The Declaration on Quantum Technologies aims to position Europe as a world-leading region for quantum excellence and innovation.
- The agreement has now been signed by representatives of 20 European countries.
Press Release — EU leaders gather to celebrate the signing of the Quantum Agreement, a declaration recognizing the strategic importance of quantum technologies for the EU's scientific and industrial competitiveness.
The European Declaration on Quantum Technologies, which aims to position Europe as a world-leading region in quantum excellence and innovation, was formally celebrated by special guests and representatives of member states.Shaping Europe's quantum futureToday is a conference.
On behalf of the European Commission in the absence of Commissioner Breton, Deputy Director General of DG Connect Thomas Skordas Outlined the Declaration and Europe's position on quantum technology. “Quantum has the potential to transform many fields, including medicine, energy, computing and communications, climate and weather modeling, cybersecurity, space, and defense. Industries will be revitalized and new markets, applications and employment opportunities will be opened up.
“The Quantum Agreement is our joint effort to make Europe the quantum valley of the world. We will further strengthen our strengths, including research, industry, infrastructure, talent and external partnerships, and we will work together and build on our ambitions.” Only by acting on and targeting the full range of activities can we transform Europe into a world-leading region for quantum excellence and innovation. Quantum is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. It helps.”
Last December's declaration set the stage for cooperation, investment and innovation in this important area. As quantum technology stands ready to disrupt industries, transform economies and address global challenges, the EU is poised to lead the way in harnessing its transformative potential.
The agreement has now been signed by representatives of 20 European countries, including Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain and Slovakia. There is. Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
The event, held in the auditorium of the Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences and under the patronage of the Belgian President, featured keynote speeches, panel discussions and workshops focused on the EU's strategy for the Quantum Decade. It was done.
Belgium Quantum Circle
A highlight of the conference was the announcement of the Belgian Quantum Circle, an initiative aimed at further collaboration and innovation in quantum technology in Belgium and across Europe. The venture is expected to bring together Belgian researchers, industry and the public and private sectors to harness the innovative potential of quantum.
The day-long event featured a comprehensive agenda to foster discussion in the field of quantum technology. Speakers, including representatives from Belgium's Interuniversity Microelectronics Center (IMEC), a major nanoelectronics research and development hub, and other leading institutions shared their insights and expertise.
Meanwhile, workshops and panel discussions considered the practical implementation of the European Quantum Competence Cluster.
