Why it matters:
With the global race toward quantum innovation accelerating, Iran’s entry into this field signals a strategic national shift toward high-tech self-reliance and future-oriented economic development. The designation of 2025 as the “Year of Quantum” underscores the urgency for countries like Iran to invest in this disruptive and security-critical technology, which is poised to revolutionize sectors from communication to energy and medicine.
What he's saying:
The Vice Presidency stresses that quantum technology requires deep interdisciplinary expertise in physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering. “This is a long-term process that demands heavy investment in infrastructure, software, and international cooperation,” the statement reads.
Go deeper:
Quantum technology blends physics, engineering, and computing to enable ultra-secure communication, high-speed processing, and advanced sensing capabilities. Quantum computers can solve problems that are intractable for classical systems, while quantum sensors enhance medical diagnostics, and quantum communication offers security beyond traditional encryption.
The global quantum technology market is projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2035, with leading countries already investing billions. Iran's scientific foundations in photonics, theoretical mathematics, and physics provide a springboard for advancement.
ahmad shirzadian
