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QOMPASS position paper: a dedicated quantum initiative within the joint undertaking architecture

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Position paper 2026 · QOMPASS (Quantum Flagship coordination and support action)

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Key points
QOMPASS supports the EU Quantum Act for better governance.
The Quantum Flagship has united academia and industry since 2018.
Europe has a strong base in quantum research and talent.
Current coordination methods are reaching their limits.
A dedicated budget is needed for future quantum initiatives.
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QOMPASS (Quantum Flagship coordination and support action)
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The QOMPASS position paper advocates for a dedicated quantum initiative within the EU's governance framework. It emphasizes the need for strategic programming and a specific budget to enhance Europe's leadership in quantum technologies. The paper highlights the success of the Quantum Flagship in fostering collaboration between academia and industry, but warns that current coordination methods are insufficient for future challenges. It calls for a robust governance structure to ensure Europe remains competitive in the global quantum landscape, particularly against major players like the US and China.

Key points

  • QOMPASS supports the EU Quantum Act for better governance.
  • The Quantum Flagship has united academia and industry since 2018.
  • Europe has a strong base in quantum research and talent.
  • Current coordination methods are reaching their limits.
  • A dedicated budget is needed for future quantum initiatives.

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Licence: No reuse licence stated by the publisher. No reuse licence in the PDF or on qt.eu; linked only. Archive copy kept under the owner's decision of 27 October 2026 (the portal succeeds qt.eu); official source linked. An archive copy is kept on the portal owner's decision of 27 October 2026, as the portal succeeds qt.eu; the publisher states no reuse licence. Official source: https://qt.eu/media/pdf/QOMPASS_Position_Paper_16.07.26.pdf.