Quantum Technology in Perspective: Risks, Opportunities and Implications for the Policy Department
The Hague, 27 May 2026 – Today, the Ministry of Finance publishes the report Quantum Technology in Perspective: Risks, Opportunities and Implications for the Policy Department. The report outlines the potential impact of quantum technology on the Ministry’s policy department and provides an initial strategic exploration of the opportunities, risks and preconditions associated with this emerging technology.
Quantum technology is developing rapidly worldwide and is recognised in the Netherlands as a strategic key technology. It is increasingly becoming part of discussions on the Netherlands’ future earning capacity, digital resilience and national security.
The report was developed in collaboration with TNO and the Centre for Quantum and Society within QDNL. The exploration aligns with broader national developments, including the Dutch National Technology Strategy, the government-wide Quantum Strategy and the Wennink Report.
Preparing for a new technological reality
Quantum computing has the potential to significantly enhance areas such as data analysis, optimisation, simulations and complex calculations. For the Ministry of Finance’s policy department, these future applications may become relevant in areas including budget policy, supervision, risk modelling and the management of financial processes.
At the same time, quantum technology also raises new questions and challenges. These include implications for cybersecurity, information security, privacy and the integrity of digital infrastructures. The rapid pace of technological development therefore requires timely preparation, knowledge development and collaboration.
The report emphasises that the future of quantum computing remains uncertain. Precisely for that reason, it is important to begin developing insight into potential scenarios and the societal and organisational consequences of quantum technology today.
A strategic perspective on opportunities and risks
With this exploration, the Ministry of Finance’s policy department takes an important step towards better understanding the quantum landscape and its possible implications for the organisation.
The report highlights that exploring quantum technology requires not only technical expertise, but also a broad strategic perspective on policy, collaboration and societal impact.
“As the policy department of the Ministry of Finance, we are positioned at the heart of these developments. In an era in which digital innovation is rapidly reaching the core of our policy and operations, it is essential to respond strategically and proactively to technological trends.”
The publication of the report marks an important next step in preparing the Ministry for future technological developments. The insights presented in the report will serve as a foundation for further strategy development, knowledge building and collaboration across government and with external partners.
Collaboration and next steps
The Ministry emphasises that collaboration between government, knowledge institutions and industry is essential to responsibly harness the opportunities of quantum technology while ensuring that associated risks remain manageable.
In the coming period, further work will focus on deepening the insights from this report.
