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Abstract: Amid rising geopolitical tensions, how can we ensure that the advancement in quantum technologies is inclusive, secure and beneficial to humanity? Based on the GESDA-approach, the Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a multilateral governance initiative, hosted at CERN, born at GESDA and supported by UBS, promotes global and inclusive access to quantum computing and the development of applications for the benefit of humanity. OQI brings together a global community of academic, industry, diplomacy and education leaders. One of its four key objectives is to advance capacity building, by engaging diplomatic, academic and industry-led communities in quantum diplomacy dialogues, and providing a platform to collectively identify, co-shape and implement best practices. OQI and its partners support quantum ecosystems to become more responsive to the unique needs of diverse communities. As such, the OQI is anticipatory science diplomacy in practice.
