The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives has formally launched the National Centre for Quantum Computing (NCQC) as part of its latest initiative to establish cutting-edge Centres of Excellence in Pakistan. The inauguration ceremony was held under the leadership of Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal.
The NCQC is not merely about adopting an emerging technology; it is about fostering a culture of innovation, nurturing a new generation of thinkers, and catalyzing the transformation of Pakistan’s digital landscape. With a robust framework in place, the centre aims to build national capacity, create a sustainable knowledge-based ecosystem, and position Pakistan at the forefront of global advancements in quantum technologies.
Envisioned as a nexus for academic research, technological innovation, and industry applications, the NCQC aspires to become a cornerstone of Pakistan’s journey toward technological self-reliance and competitiveness.
The centre will be established through collaboration among leading institutions including LUMS, GIKI, NED University of Engineering and Technology, UET Lahore (KICS), and NUST Islamabad, ensuring a strong national network for research, training, and industrial linkages in the field of quantum computing.
NCQC serves as a national hub for quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum algorithms, and quantum-safe cybersecurity.
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