The Quantum ACcord:

Quantum and quantum-adjacent science, engineering, and technology (“quantum”) hold great potential to deliver innovations that can transform our lives. Once solely the domain of researchers interested in the universe on a very small scale, emerging quantum technologies – in communications, materials, sensors, and computing – hold the promise to deliver massive economic value and impact in nearly every aspect of our society.

Imagine discovering new life-saving drugs for children and immunocompromised people thanks to the rapid analysis of complex molecules. Imagine using new battery technologies to accelerate our transition to a green economy. Imagine forming new supply chains and logistics to eliminate food waste and food deserts. Imagine secure networks and safe infrastructure. Quantum mechanics—how our world works at the subatomic level – could drive these revolutionary changes.

The global quantum landscape is rapidly evolving — it needs forethought and mechanisms to align initiatives and accelerate quantum innovation in an interconnected way. Regional quantum ecosystems and hubs are being formed around the world, with a growing number of bilateral and multilateral collaborations. By working together, we can accelerate relationships between like-minded partners, help drive real and tangible results, and make quantum design decisions today that may impact all of our tomorrows.

We, the signatories, representing regional quantum ecosystems and hubs around the world, adopt these shared principles in support of our respective missions:

• Align under common values and shared objectives to enable and support each other’s missions as we grow.

• Build a connected quantum ecosystem to expand capacity and improve quantum and quantum adjacent capabilities, centered on five pillars: Education and Workforce; Research and Industry Innovation; Market Acceleration and Commercialization; Policy, Ethics, and Standards; and Sustained Investment.  

• Coordinate regional quantum strategies, ecosystems, and programs to best position global quantum networks to accelerate time to value and maximize public good.

• Engage trans-national cross-sector stakeholders across industry, government, academia, and civil society.

Under the above objectives, the signatories affirm the importance of collaboration in building a connected global quantum ecosystem that drives innovation, talent development, economic growth, and positive social impact. A quantum-empowered future can have a broad impact on humanity. Together, we can responsibly scale, accelerate, and ensure this quantum leap.