Data, artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies are the three strategic pillars that Luxembourg will focus on developing through dedicated and coordinated national strategies, officially presented on 19 May 2025.
As outlined in the 2023–2028 coalition agreement, the government has pledged to promote innovation and position Luxembourg at the forefront of emerging digital technologies. This ambition took a decisive step forward with the launch of three national strategies – covering data, AI, and quantum technologies – presented by Ministers Stéphanie Obertin (Digitalisation and Research and Higher Education), Elisabeth Margue (Delegate to the Prime Minister for Media and Connectivity) and Lex Delles (Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism).
To align public efforts and give the country a distinctive and forward-looking position, the government has adopted a whole-of-government approach, integrating its advanced technology strategies in a coherent and cross-cutting manner. This approach, which remains rare at the international level, will be backed by new dedicated budgetary resources allocated for the 2025–2030 period to support the implementation of strategic projects and investments.
Luxembourg’s national AI strategy focuses on practical applications and experimentation. The goal is to scale the use of AI across a wide range of sectors, in ways that are ethical, responsible and aligned with European values. With its robust connectivity and digital infrastructure, Luxembourg is well placed to contribute to strengthening the EU’s sovereign digital capabilities.
Data: a cornerstone for accelerating digital sovereignty
The national data strategy is a foundational element of Luxembourg’s vision to become a centre of excellence in data. It promotes a streamlined, centralised approach to data access and reuse, improving coordination across institutions. The strategy places strong emphasis on data protection and privacy, ensuring the value of data is harnessed while maintaining public trust.
Quantum technologies are emerging as a transformative force. Luxembourg’s strategy is built around three core objectives: creating economic value by translating cutting-edge research into high-value applications; structuring a dynamic innovation ecosystem that brings together public, private and academic stakeholders; and enhancing cybersecurity in a post-quantum world by anticipating threats to today’s cryptographic systems.
A key milestone will be the development of a national quantum key distribution (QKD) testbed to secure communications between critical institutions, infrastructures and ministries – a step aligned with the EU’s EuroQCI initiative.
Together, these three strategies form a coherent roadmap for directing Luxembourg’s research and innovation landscape toward the key technologies of tomorrow. In this context, the national strategy for research and innovation will soon be reviewed and adapted to align with the priorities defined in the data, AI and quantum strategies.
