澳洲加入歐盟大型研究資助計畫
Australia joins the European Union's major research funding program
Updated at: June 23, 2026 at 02:15 AM
澳洲已正式達成一項具歷史意義的協議，成為歐盟頂尖研究與創新資助計畫「地平線歐洲」（Horizon Europe）的準會員國。
Australia has officially reached a historic agreement to become an associated member of Horizon Europe, the European Union's premier research and innovation funding program.
這項預計於2027年初全面生效的戰略舉措，對澳洲的科學家、企業和學術機構而言標誌著重大轉變。
This strategic move, set to take full effect in early 2027, marks a significant shift for Australian scientists, businesses, and academic institutions.
透過加入該框架的「第二支柱」（Pillar II），即專注於解決氣候變遷、健康和人工智慧等複雜全球挑戰的領域，澳洲將獲得直接的資金管道與合作機會。
By joining Pillar II of the framework, which focuses on solving complex global challenges like climate change, health, and artificial intelligence, Australia will gain direct access to extensive funding and collaborative opportunities.
此前，澳洲參與者常面臨需自行負擔經費或資源受限的困境。
Previously, Australian participants often faced self-funding requirements or limited resources.
身為準會員國，澳洲研究人員現在將能領導國際專案，並減少官僚障礙。
As an associated country, Australian researchers will now be able to lead international projects and navigate fewer bureaucratic hurdles.
這項夥伴關係由八校聯盟（Go8）推動，他們相信這將成為提升國家生產力的強力催化劑。
This partnership was championed by the Group of Eight (Go8) universities, who believe it will serve as a powerful catalyst for national productivity.
藉由與英國、加拿大和日本等國一同整合進歐洲研究體系，澳洲旨在強化其自主能力，並將科學研發與關鍵全球優先事項接軌。
By integrating into the European research ecosystem alongside nations like the UK, Canada, and Japan, Australia aims to bolster its sovereign capabilities and align its scientific efforts with critical global priorities.
這項合作象徵著對促進創新、推動長期經濟成長，以及在日益複雜的世界中建立強大且基於共同價值的國際聯盟所作的重大承諾。
This collaboration represents a major commitment to fostering innovation, driving long-term economic growth, and building strong, values-based international alliances in an increasingly complex world.
