France and Singapore have solidified their quantum collaboration through three new research agreements signed at the French–Singaporean Quantum Symposium (FSQS 2025) in Paris. These agreements, building on connections from FSQS 2024, expand cooperation in quantum computing—including hardware and algorithms—quantum photonics, and energy-efficient quantum technologies. Specifically, the Centre national de la recherche scientifique (CNRS) and Singapore’s National Quantum Office (NQO), hosted by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), are collaborating to improve error correction in quantum computers, a critical step toward practical applications like drug discovery and financial modelling. These partnerships aim to advance quantum technologies for sustainability, finance, and health.
France-Singapore Quantum Research Agreements
France and Singapore formalized three new research agreements at the French–Singaporean Quantum Symposium (FSQS) 2025 in Paris, expanding their collaboration in quantum computing, photonics, and energy-efficient technologies. Building on connections from FSQS 2024, these agreements involve CNRS, Singapore’s National Quantum Office (NQO), and companies like Pasqal and Quobly. The goal is to accelerate quantum discoveries toward real-world applications, with a focus on improving error handling in quantum computers and advancing neutral atom quantum processors.
A key collaboration involves Pasqal and NQO-led National-level Quantum Programmes (NQPs) through a Master Research Collaboration Agreement (MRCA). This aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of quantum computation, developing hardware for next-generation processors. Such advances could address complex optimization problems in logistics, industrial processes, and materials science, exceeding the capabilities of current computers. Quobly also signed an agreement with NQFF to test and improve silicon spin-qubit chip designs, aiming for scalable quantum devices.
These partnerships represent a shared vision for quantum cooperation, with FSQS 2025 outlining new directions for joint research and industry collaboration. Leaders from both countries emphasized the importance of translating scientific breakthroughs into practical benefits, with applications in areas like drug discovery, financial modelling, and sustainable economies. The next symposium, FSQS 2026, will be held in Singapore, continuing efforts to strengthen the bilateral relationship and advance quantum science.
Advancing Quantum Technologies for Practical Application
FSQS 2025 facilitated three new research agreements between France and Singapore, strengthening collaboration in quantum computing, photonics, and energy-efficient technologies. These partnerships build upon connections formed at the 2024 symposium and aim to translate quantum discoveries into real-world applications. Specifically, the agreements focus on improving error handling in quantum computers – crucial for reliability – and advancing research in neutral atom quantum processors to create more powerful and scalable systems.
A key collaboration involves Pasqal and Singapore’s National-level Quantum Programmes (NQPs), focusing on improving the accuracy and efficiency of quantum computation. This research seeks to tackle large-scale optimisation problems currently beyond the reach of conventional computers, with potential applications in logistics, resource planning, industrial processes, and materials simulation. Another agreement with Quobly centers on testing and improving silicon spin-qubit chip design, aiming for scalability and efficiency for use in pharmaceutical research, finance, and AI.
These partnerships are expected to accelerate the development of next-generation quantum platforms. Mr. Ling Keok Tong of the National Quantum Office highlighted that the collaborations are laying the groundwork for faster, more energy-efficient, and reliable quantum systems with benefits for areas like drug discovery, financial modelling, and logistics. Prof. Antoine Petit of CNRS emphasized the turning of shared scientific ambition into tangible impact through the combination of academic research and emerging quantum industry startups.
FSQS 2025 deepens France-Singapore collaboration in quantum technologies. Through our partnerships with CNRS, Pasqal, and Quobly, we’re not just advancing quantum research but also laying the groundwork for future quantum systems that are faster, more energy-efficient, and more reliable.
Mr. Ling Keok Tong, Executive Director of the National Quantum Office
FSQS 2025: Fostering Quantum Dialogue & Collaboration
FSQS 2025 in Paris fostered strengthened quantum collaboration between France and Singapore, evidenced by three new research agreements. These build on connections initiated at FSQS 2024 and focus on quantum computing (hardware and algorithms), energy-efficient quantum technologies, and quantum photonics. The symposium convened leading researchers and industry partners aiming to translate quantum discoveries into real-world applications, highlighting a shared vision for advancing quantum technologies for sustainability, finance, and health.
A key outcome of FSQS 2025 was the expansion of the CNRS–NQO Memorandum of Understanding to include quantum computing, focusing on error correction for reliable quantum systems. Additionally, agreements between Pasqal and NQO-led National-level Quantum Programmes, and Quobly with the NQFF, aim to improve quantum processor accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. These efforts seek to develop quantum platforms for areas like drug discovery, logistics optimization, and new materials.
FSQS 2025 also featured dialogue between Nobel Laureate Prof. Alain Aspect and Prof. Artur Ekert, emphasizing the importance of foundational research driving advancements in quantum computing, communication, and sensing. Leaders from CNRS, NQO, and Quantonation underscored the strategic partnership between France and Singapore, aiming to translate scientific breakthroughs into tangible economic and societal impact. The next symposium, FSQS 2026, will be held in Singapore.
Strengthening Bilateral Quantum Cooperation & Vision
FSQS 2025 formalized three new research agreements strengthening France-Singapore quantum collaboration. These partnerships expand work into quantum computing—covering hardware and algorithms—alongside existing efforts in quantum photonics and energy-efficient technologies. Building on connections from FSQS 2024, the symposium convened researchers and industry to accelerate the move of quantum discoveries toward real-world applications, with a focus on sustainability, finance, and health.
A key collaboration involves Pasqal and Singapore’s National-level Quantum Programmes (NQPs). This Master Research Collaboration Agreement (MRCA) aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of neutral-atom quantum processors. Advances will focus on enhancing reliability, scalability, and tackling complex optimisation problems, potentially impacting logistics, resource planning, and material science. This work leverages Pasqal’s expertise in neutral-atom processors and Singapore’s national quantum initiatives.
The symposium also saw a Research Collaboration Agreement between Quobly and the National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF). Quobly, developing silicon spin-qubit technologies, will work with NQFF to test and improve chip design, enhancing scalability and efficiency. This collaboration aims to realize practical quantum computers for early-stage experiments in pharmaceutical research, financial modeling, and artificial intelligence, with Quobly establishing a presence in Singapore as a result.
