Riga, Latvia – Latvia and Lithuania have begun a collaborative effort to build a cross-border quantum communication infrastructure, Latvian telecommunications and technology company Tet announced Tuesday.
Securing the Future of Data Transmission
The project, known as Lat-LitQN, is funded by the European Union’s Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for telecommunications. It aims to establish and test a secure communication network utilizing quantum technologies between the two nations.
Participating institutions intend to develop quantum communication solutions that could provide highly secure data transmission for critical sectors including healthcare, finance, energy, and public administration. The project similarly seeks to facilitate transnational scientific cooperation.
A Step Towards a Regional Quantum Network
Lat-LitQN will also lay the groundwork for integrating a future Baltic regional quantum-secure network with Poland and the broader European system, known as the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI) program. Agnese Zarina, a spokeswoman for Latvia’s Transport Ministry, stated the project represents a significant advancement in Latvia’s digital development and its ability to lead high-level technological collaboration in Europe.
The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2028. Partners involved in Lat-LitQN include Tet, Kaunas University of Technology, Vilnius University, the Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science of the University of Latvia, and the European academic network GEANT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Lat-LitQN project?
The project aims to create and test a secure communication network between Latvia and Lithuania using quantum technologies.
Which cities will be connected by the new network?
The planned network will link the cities of Riga, Panevezys, and Vilnius.
When is the project expected to be finished?
The project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2028.
As quantum technology continues to evolve, will this project pave the way for even more secure communication methods in the future?
