Hanoi, October 12, 2026 – FPT Corporation and Pasqal, ranked first among France’s top 10 quantum technology companies, have proposed a partnership to bring quantum computers to Vietnam for education, research, and technology application development. The proposal was presented during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung, with the aim of progressively building Vietnam’s quantum computing capabilities and developing a skilled workforce capable of mastering strategic technologies.
The meeting was attended by Mr. Tran Trung Tinh, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology; Ms. Le Thi Thu Hang, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Mark Armstrong, Chief Commercial Officer for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific at Pasqal; and Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa, CEO of FPT Corporation.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung receives Mr. Mark Armstrong, Chief Commercial Officer for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific at France-based Pasqal. Photo: chinhphu.vn/Gia Huy.FPT Corporation and Pasqal are discussing a strategic roadmap to bring quantum computing capabilities to Vietnamese universities, research institutes, and enterprises, with the longer-term goal of establishing quantum computing infrastructure in Vietnam.
Key areas of potential cooperation include joint research on quantum computing algorithms and applications; collaboration on the development and manufacturing of quantum computers; specialized workforce training; and business cooperation.
During the meeting, Mr. Mark Armstrong introduced Pasqal’s research and development capabilities in quantum computers based on neutral-atom technology. Pasqal was co-founded by Professor Alain Aspect, a recipient of the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics.
The Pasqal representative expressed a strong interest in advancing cooperation with FPT, particularly in recruiting talent in Vietnam, training lecturers, scientists, and engineers, transferring technical expertise, and promoting industrial applications of quantum technology.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung welcomed Pasqal’s interest in exploring cooperation opportunities in Vietnam and recognized FPT’s pioneering role in investing in quantum technology and artificial intelligence research and training.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung welcomes the interest of Pasqal, a French quantum technology company specializing in neutral-atom technology, in exploring cooperation opportunities with Vietnam. Photo: chinhphu.vn/Gia Huy.The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that Vietnam has identified quantum technology as a strategic field under the implementation of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW. Quantum technology is closely linked to national priorities in security, national data, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and space technology.
He stressed that quantum technology development must address practical challenges, deliver measurable results, and avoid fragmented investment.
Welcoming the proposals from FPT and Pasqal, the Deputy Prime Minister urged both companies to promptly translate their cooperation plans into concrete initiatives, with clear commitments on resources and implementation timelines.
He reaffirmed that the Vietnamese Government encourages international technology companies to cooperate in research, technology development, workforce training, and innovation in Vietnam. The Government stands ready to support and facilitate cooperation between FPT and Pasqal within the legal framework, ensuring that the partnership delivers practical and effective outcomes.
Representatives of Pasqal and FPT Corporation during the meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung. Photo: chinhphu.vn/Gia Huy.The proposal comes as Vietnam and France strengthen cooperation in science and technology following the official visit to France by General Secretary and State President To Lam in September 2026.
The Vietnam–France Joint Statement also highlighted cooperation in quantum technology education, research, and development. In January 2026, Vietnam and the European Union (EU) upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with science, technology, and innovation identified as a key pillar of cooperation.
Domestically, Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW and the list of strategic technologies under Decision No. 21/2026/QD-TTg provide policy direction for researching, developing, and progressively mastering quantum technology.
Previously, in December 2025, FPT established the Quantum AI & Cyber Security Institute (QACI) and announced a commitment to invest USD 100 million in research and development across quantum technology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, alongside high-tech workforce development.
By 2041, QACI aims to train 100 PhD graduates, develop and upskill 2,000 technology specialists, and produce 500 research publications, patents, and other intellectual property outputs.
These long-term objectives are designed to build a strong research and technology talent base capable of addressing major national challenges in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and information security and cybersecurity.