Full-Scale Launch of the National 10-Year "Comprehensive Quantum Plan"

Minister Bae Gakhun Gathers Expert Insights
for Korea's 10-Year Quantum Technology Roadmap
Emphasizes AI and Quantum Convergence,
Industry-Academia Collaboration, and Security Innovation

The Ministry of Science and ICT has begun in earnest to establish the "Comprehensive Plan for the Promotion of Quantum Science Technology and Quantum Industry," a national quantum roadmap looking ahead to the next 10 years.

On August 21, Science and ICT Minister Bae Gakhun presided over the "Quantum Frontier Strategic Dialogue" held at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science in Daejeon, gathering opinions from industry, academia, and research experts representing Korea's quantum technology and industry.

Minister of Science and ICT Hwang Kyo-ahn speaking. Photo by Yonhap News

The Comprehensive Quantum Plan is established every five years by the Minister of Science and ICT in accordance with the "Act on the Promotion of Quantum Science Technology and Quantum Industry," and is finalized through a resolution of the Quantum Strategy Committee. The first plan is scheduled to be prepared by the end of this year.

Prior to the meeting, Minister Bae visited the superconducting quantum computing and quantum communication research facilities at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science, where he was briefed on the 50-qubit development plan, achievements in developing compact quantum key distribution (QKD) modules, and the current status of the quantum communication testbed operation.

During the subsequent meeting, Minister Bae emphasized the importance of quantum technology for Korea's leap forward as an AI powerhouse and raised the need for convergence between AI and quantum technology. He engaged in in-depth discussions with participants on Korea's quantum strategy and quantum security innovation measures.

The participants agreed with Minister Bae's views and proposed key initiatives such as fostering quantum component, material, and equipment companies to enter the global supply chain, securing the application market through software R&D, and nurturing specialized talent. They also called for increased policy support, including government-led demonstration projects to create the quantum security market.

Minister Bae stated, "Through the Quantum Frontier Strategic Dialogue, it was meaningful to envision a blueprint for the next 10 years of Korea's quantum technology and industry," adding, "We will ensure that core tasks such as specialized short- and long-term strategies for each quantum technology field and the convergence of quantum and AI are well reflected in the Comprehensive Quantum Plan."

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