
Dynamic Program Format
Content blocks
Featuring 3-4 sessions each, with a blend of presentations, panels, and discussions.
Exhibition and Poster Presentation
Connect with leading organizations and discover exciting opportunities for research and collaboration.
Working Group Discussions
Providing in-depth exploration of key conference agenda for the Philippines and the Region.
Quantum Diplomacy Game
With Open Quantum Institute (OQI), explore how to co-shape the future governance of the Quantum Tech.
Conference Venue
We will be hosting the conference at JPark Island Resort and Waterpark. The resort is located at Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, approximately 11 km (30 mins) from Mactan-Cebu International Airport.




Photos by JPark Island Resort & Waterpark

PROGRAM FLOW
Time
Activities
7:00 - 8:30 AM
Registration
8:30 - 8:40 AM
OPENING CEREMONIES
Invocation
National Anthem
8:40 - 8:50 AM
OPENING REMARKS
Mr. Bobby O. Corpus President, Quantum Computing Society of the Philippines
8:50 - 9:00 AM
WELCOME MESSAGE
Dr. Tristan L. Abando Officer-In-Charge, DOST Region VII
9:00 - 9:35 AM
MESSAGES OF SUPPORT
Dr. Leah J. Buendia DOST Undersecretary for Research and Development
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Mr. Frederick DC. Amores Regional Director, DICT Region VII
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Hon. Cynthia King-Chan City Mayor, Lapu-Lapu City
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Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr. Secretary, DOST
9:35 - 9:45 AM
Morning Break | Sponsor Acknowledgment
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PLENARY SESSION
9:45 - 10:10 AM
Keynote Address
Mr. André M. König Chairman, OneQuantum Global / CEO, Global Quantum Intelligence
"Quantum Computing as an Emerging Tech Penetrating the R&D and Tech Industry"
10:10 - 10:35 AM
Keynote Address
Dr. Enrico C. Paringit Executive Director, DOST PCIEERD
"Philippines Quantum Ecosystem"
10:35 - 11:00 AM
Keynote Address
Ms. Elizabeth Thomas-Raynaud Head, Emerging Digital Technologies unit of the OECD
“Global Quantum Strategy Perspective”
11:00 - 11:15 AM
Fire Side Chat
Moderator: Mr. Elmer C. Peramo
“Shaping the Future: A National Quantum Strategy Dialogue”
11:15 - 12:10 PM
Indo-Pacific Quantum Strategies and Ecosystem
Moderator: Mr. Elmer C. Peramo
By each Indo-Pacific nation on their quantum strategy and ecosystem
Singapore (Online)
Mr. Manoj Harjani Research Fellow and Coordinator, RSIS Singapore
Indonesia (Online)
Mr. Mohammad Hamzah Fauzi Senior Researcher / Head, BRIN Research Center for Quantum Physics
Thailand
Dr. Worawat Meevasana Professor, Suranaree University of Technology - Thailand
12:10 - 1:00 PM
Lunch Media Conference
1:00 - 2:10 PM
Approaches to Quantum Hardware
Dr. Wu Zipeng Quantum Computing Specialist, SpinQ Technology
“NMR Quantum Computing”
Mr. Simon Musket (Online) CEO & President, Mountain Quantum Computing Inc.
"Neutral Atoms”
Mr. Mike Piech (Online) Vice President of Business Development, Rigetti Computing
“Superconducting Quantum Computer”
2:10- 2:40 PM
Keynote Address
Mr. Nardo Manaloto Managing Partner of Qubits Ventures, Managing Director of the Founder Institute Quantum & Photonics Accelerator
“Investing in Quantum Technologies”
2:40 - 3:10 PM
Panel Discussion
“Investment in Quantum Technology”
Moderator: Mr. André M. König
Mr. Simon Musket - Mountain Quantum Computing Inc. (Online)
Dr. Wu Zipeng - SPINQ Technology (Online)
Mr. Mike Piech - Rigetti Computing (Online)
Dr. Tobias Denzler - QAI Ventures (Online)
Mr. Nardo Manaloto - Qubits Ventures
3:10 - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Break | Sponsor Acknowledgment
3:20 - 4:50 PM
The Business Case for Quantum Computing
Mr. Philip B. Casanova Partner at SGV & Co./EY Philippines
“Adoption of Post-Quantum Cryptography”
Mr. Tak Chi Lin Director, AP Strategy & Innovation Office, Deloitte Asia Pacific
“Quantum: From Hype to Actions”
Mr. Ishan Basyal Director, Program Delivery at SpeQtral
“Quantum Key Distribution”
Mr. Tommaso Demarie CEO & Co-Founder, Entropica Labs
“Quantum Error Correction & Fault Tolerance in Real-World Applications”
4:50 - 5:30 PM
Panel Discussion
“The Impact of Quantum Computing to Cybersecurity”
Moderator: Mr. André M. König
Mr. Tak Chi Lin - Deloitte
Mr. Philip B. Casanova - SGV & Co./EY
Mr. Ishan Basyal - SpeQtral
Mr. Nardo Manaloto - Qubits Ventures
5:30 - 6:15 PM
POSTER EXHIBIT PRESENTATION
6:16 - 9:30 PM
Banquet Dinner by the Beach
Sponsor Acknowledgment
Harmony & Connections: A Social Gathering with Music

