02 Feb 2024
EU and Canada start implementing strategic digital partnership
On 1 February 2024, the European Commission and Canada kicked off their work on implementing the EU-Canada Digital Partnership, which was concluded at their 23-24 November 2023 summit. The new Digital Partnership aims to focus on increasing cooperation on Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum science and semiconductors, public policy related to online platforms, secure international connectivity, and cyber security. These priorities will be discussed at the officials' level through a Digital Dialogue in February.
With regard to semiconductors, the two sides explored collaboration in research and development of cutting-edge semiconductor technologies. The partners intend also to exchange information on workforce development initiatives, with the involvement of academia, research organisations, and industry.
On quantum science, the EU and Canada aim to expand mutually beneficial collaboration to accelerate research, development, and innovation while promoting jobs and the utilisation of quantum technologies in the broader economy.
The two sides agreed to convene a Ministerial-level Digital Partnership Council in the spring to take stock of progress and decide on next steps.
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