STRATEGIC OVERVIEW
The report, “A National Strategic Overview for Quantum Information Science,” was released by the National Science and Technology Council in 2018 and set the Nation’s strategy for ensuring continued leadership in quantum information science. The strategy contains six areas of policy (science, workforce, industry, infrastructure, economic security, and international cooperation).
STRATEGY DOCUMENTS
Since the release of the 2018 National Strategic Overview for Quantum Information Science, several documents have been released that augment the national quantum strategy. Below, they are grouped according to the broad categories of science documents, competitiveness and security documents, and workforce documents.
ANNUAL REPORTS
The National Science and Technology Council Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science releases an annual program report containing the budget information for the National Quantum Initiative Program and an overview of progress made towards goals and priorities.
International Cooperation
Scientific knowledge transcends national boundaries. International collaboration accelerates discoveries
and deepens relationships between nations. The United States promotes international cooperation on QIS
research and skills development in ways that affirm scientific rigor, research integrity, freedom of inquiry,
merit-based competition, openness, and transparency.
Tokyo Statement on Quantum Cooperation
Signed in December 2019, the statement provides a framework for like-minded countries to cooperate
on the advancement of QIST.
Cooperation in Quantum Information Sciences and Technologies
Signed in November 2021, the joint statement builds on the countries’ deep relationship and aims to
boost collaboration in quantum technologies.
Cooperation in Quantum Science and Technology
Signed in November 2021, the statement recognizes the economic and strategic relationship between
Australia and the United States.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in April 2022, the statement builds on longstanding bilateral ties and underscores both
countries’ intent to enhance QIST cooperation.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in April 2022, the statement builds upon a strong history of bilateral friendship and science
and technology cooperation.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in June 2022, the statement supports stronger supply chains, industrial growth, and education
for future quantum talent.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in October 2022, the statement strengthens scientific ties and advances shared priorities in
quantum information science.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in November 2022, the statement reflects both nations’ emphasis on stronger collaboration in
quantum information science.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in February 2023, the statement underscores bilateral ties in emerging technologies, including
quantum information science.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in April 2023, the statement expresses an intent to pursue good-faith cooperation in QIST
underpinned by shared values.
Joint Statement on QIST Cooperation
Signed in May 2024, the statement supports follow-on work to improve R&D collaboration, supply
chains, and workforce development.