Quantum science and technology

David S. Simon

Dylan Josh Domingo Lopez, Elmer C. Peramo, Jabez Mendoza Ayson +3 more

The development of Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) as an emerging technology among developed and developing countries has caught the attention of governments, industries, and educational institutions. However, not all countries have equal starting points in promoting QIST amongst different sectors. Several players in various countries promote QIST as a discipline and education. Although significant developments in quantum technology are focused in Western countries, great innovation can also be seen in Eastern countries, specifically Asia. The Philippines is one of several developing countries in Asia that is in the process of adopting QIST in multiple sectors. In this paper, the Quantum Computing Society of the Philippines (QCSP) is introduced as one of the arms of the country for promoting QIST to the public. Further in this paper, the initial impact of QIST promotion on various communities across the Philippines through multiple activities and educational efforts is explained. Several critical success stories for different audiences were described, wherein initial acceptance of QIST was evident through hackathons and lecture series. Events held show improvement in interest and proficiency in the foundations of QIST.

Y. Yamamoto, Masahide Sasaki, Hiroki Takesue

We review the national projects on quantum information science and technology in Japan over the past 30 years. The main funding agencies for this field have been the Japan Science and Technology Agency, the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, and the Cabinet Office of the Government of Japan. The total investment in the quantum information science and technology field from these funding agencies for the past 15 years amounts to US$250 million. A similar amount of investment has been put in parallel by industry. As a result, new science frontiers have been created, and some service prototypes, such as quantum key distribution systems and coherent Ising machines, have been delivered to user premises. Recently, Japan has launched new initiatives to advance quantum information science and technology to the next phase, and to make full use of them for the resolution of societal problems.

Jaewook Ahn, Seung-Woo LEE, Jeil Jung +2 more

The APEC Quantum Science and Technology (QST) Forum was held on October 21–23, 2025, in Gwangju, as a satellite event of the 2025 APEC Summit and as part of the activities for the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. The forum provided a platform for discussions on disparities in regional quantum capabilities, research infrastructure, education and workforce development, and frameworks for science diplomacy. It highlighted quantum technologies as a potential general-purpose technology and emphasized the need for coordinated multilateral collaboration to support sustainable scientific and technological development in the Asia-Pacific region. This report presents an overview of the planning background, program structure, and key outcomes of the forum, with particular attention to implications for international collaboration and science and technology policy.