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Quantum Ambitions Go Global, and Southeast Asia Wants In

Quantum computing has become a strategic priority worldwide, with the Tracxn Quantum Computing Report 2026 highlighting multi‑billion‑dollar government programmes across the US, China, Europe and Asia. In Southeast Asia, Singapore is positioning itself as a regional hub, while Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines are leveraging existing electronics, talent and services ecosystems to join the quantum race. The article outlines a three‑pillar playbook—funding, public‑private partnerships, and workforce development—and calls for ASEAN‑wide collaboration to avoid duplication and attract global partners.