Executive summary: The growing bifurcation between China and the West in quantum technology development poses significant risks for responsible governance and global security, requiring urgent attention to establish dialogue and coordination mechanisms before technological divergence becomes entrenched.
Key points:
China is a near-peer to the US in quantum technology, with particular strength in quantum communications, making it a crucial player in the field’s development.
Current trends in export controls, visa restrictions, and push for technological self-sufficiency are leading to bifurcated supply chains and reduced international collaboration in quantum tech.
Bifurcation creates serious risks: asymmetric capability gaps, difficulties in regulating dangerous applications, challenges in establishing safety dialogues, and potential destabilizing effects of secret quantum computing breakthroughs.
Recommended actions include limiting bifurcation through open-source initiatives and standardization, establishing international governance frameworks, and increasing transparency between Chinese and Western quantum developments.
Career opportunities exist in prioritization research, technical research (including studying quantum science in China), facilitating international dialogue, and working on policy/governance frameworks.
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Executive summary: The growing bifurcation between China and the West in quantum technology development poses significant risks for responsible governance and global security, requiring urgent attention to establish dialogue and coordination mechanisms before technological divergence becomes entrenched.
Key points:
China is a near-peer to the US in quantum technology, with particular strength in quantum communications, making it a crucial player in the field’s development.
Current trends in export controls, visa restrictions, and push for technological self-sufficiency are leading to bifurcated supply chains and reduced international collaboration in quantum tech.
Bifurcation creates serious risks: asymmetric capability gaps, difficulties in regulating dangerous applications, challenges in establishing safety dialogues, and potential destabilizing effects of secret quantum computing breakthroughs.
Recommended actions include limiting bifurcation through open-source initiatives and standardization, establishing international governance frameworks, and increasing transparency between Chinese and Western quantum developments.
Career opportunities exist in prioritization research, technical research (including studying quantum science in China), facilitating international dialogue, and working on policy/governance frameworks.
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