December 24, 2024

Q-STAR to Serve as Japan's Deliberative Body for the Joint Technical Committee on International Standardization of Quantum Technologies

～ Contributing to the International Standardization of Quantum Technologies on Behalf of Japan ～

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　The General Incorporated Association for Quantum Technology and New Industry Creation (Q-STAR) has been approved by the Japanese Industrial Standards Committee as of December 6, 2024, to serve as Japan's national deliberative body for the Joint Technical Committee "IEC/ISO JTC 3 – Quantum technologies" (hereinafter, JTC 3), a joint committee of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

　JTC 3 is a joint technical committee established by IEC and ISO in January 2024, which is advancing international standardization in the field of quantum technologies, including quantum information technology, quantum measurement, quantum sources, quantum detectors, quantum communication, and fundamental quantum technologies.

　By being approved as the national deliberative body for JTC 3, Q-STAR will operate a domestic committee to deliberate on Japan's votes and proposals to JTC 3, thereby playing a crucial role in representing Japan's views in international standardization activities for quantum technologies. To fulfill this important role, Q-STAR will participate in JTC 3's activities and strategically engage in standardization efforts, working together with Japanese quantum industry stakeholders, including Q-STAR member companies, to ensure the establishment of standards that are highly beneficial to Japanese industry.
　
　Furthermore, the domestic committee operated by the national deliberative body is open not only to Q-STAR member companies but also to domestic experts. Therefore, if your organization or group is interested, please contact Q-STAR.

About Q-STAR

Q-STAR was launched on September 1, 2021, with the aim of developing quantum technology and creating new industries through its application, transcending industrial and corporate boundaries. It is currently an organization with 106 participating entities. Going forward, Q-STAR will continue to actively collaborate with overseas quantum-related organizations to promote the widespread adoption of quantum technology not only domestically but also globally, and will also lead international standardization activities.