The Asia Pacific region is rapidly establishing itself as a global powerhouse for tech talent, according to a new report by Colliers. Singapore stands out as the only non-Indian market in the top five, whilst Taipei, Sydney, and Melbourne are recognised for their talent density.
Tokyo and Seoul are highlighted as rising powerhouses, with Tokyo ranking third regionally for sector composition and venture capital funding.
India’s dominance in talent acquisition is evident, with six of the region’s top 10 cities for tech hiring located there.
The report, titled “Global Tech Markets: Top Talent Locations 2025,” highlights Beijing in China, Bengaluru in India, and Tokyo in Japan as three of the world’s top 10 tech talent markets.
This development underscores the region’s growing influence in the global technology sector.
China leads the Asia Pacific with the highest-ranking market, Beijing, and boasts the greatest number of markets on the top regional list. India follows closely, with Bengaluru noted for having the world’s largest pool of data scientists. Japan and Australia also feature prominently, each with two markets in the top rankings.
The report identifies Asia Pacific as a leader in venture capital deal growth, with China driving a significant surge in funding.
The report also notes a shift in the technology workforce towards younger talent, with a 9% increase in workers under 25 between 2014 and 2022. This trend is driving focus towards cities with younger talent pools, such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Jakarta. As the demand for AI expertise grows, the report suggests that cities like Bengaluru, with a high concentration of data scientists, are becoming increasingly attractive to talent seekers.
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