Forum discusses digital, green transformation for sustainable development
A forum discussing digital and green transformation for sustainable development was hosted by the Ministry of Science and Technology in the northern province of Quang Ninh on September 30 in the framework of the Techconnect and Innovation Vietnam 2023.
Representatives of Quang Ninh province, the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA), businesses and organisations exchange MoUs on cooperation related to digital transformation and green transformation at the forum (Photo: VNA)
Quang Ninh (VNA) 🦋- A forum discussing digital and green transformation for sustainable development was hosted by the Ministry of Science and Technology in the northern province of Quang Ninh on September 30 in the framework of the Techconnect and Innovation Vietnam 2023.
The event was designed to open up connection opportunities for businesses and organisations to accelerate green transformation.
Addressing the forum, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui The Duy said that digital transformation and green transformation are inevitable trends in the world, and highlighted the crucial role played by digital transformation and green transformation in promoting economic growth, improving labour productivity, competitiveness, production and business efficiency, minimising dependence on sources of fuel that cause pollution and reducing carbon footprint.
Scientists and experts underlined the need to promote technological innovation and make changes in managing, training and improving the quality of human resources to create new products, new processes, thus increasing value of businesses as well as creating products for society.
Domestic and international scientists, and representatives from organisations and technology enterprises discussed solutions to speed up green transformation and digital transformation, saying that these efforts will help shorten the process of industrialisation and modernisation of the country.
They stressed that it is necessary to promote Horizon Europe's international cooperation programme on joint research and innovation for Vietnam, and have comprehensive digital transformation solutions for businesses.
Delegates also proposed building a support mechanism for industries in green transformation and digital transformation solutions for Vietnamese businesses.
ജ Within the framework of the forum, representatives of Quang Ninh province, the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA), businesses and organisations exchanged memoranda of understanding on cooperation related to digital transformation and green transformation./.
Techconnect and Innovation Vietnam 2022 kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on December 7, featuring an array of activities like technological consulting sessions, forums and seminars.
The ASEAN Workshop on Best Practices of Digital Transformation in Media was held in the central city of Da Nang on September 21, in the framework of the 16th Conference of ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information and related Meetings (AMRI).
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) will continue to accompany and support the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) in investing in payment and financial infrastructure development and promoting digital transformation, contributing to improving risk management in the local banking sector, stated BIS General Manager Agustin Carstens.
The financial sector has been ardently advocating for digital transformation, as this endeavour will be a pivotal element in the national digital shift and will also bolster digital transformation across other sectors, according to officials.
New technology products, solutions, and applications will be showcased at the Techconnect and Innovation Vietnam 2023, which is scheduled to take place in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh from September 29-30.
The Techconnect and Innovation Vietnam 2023 was launched in Ha Long city, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh on September 29, drawingnearly 1,000 delegates from businesses and experts inside and outside the country.
A key highlight will be the technology cluster pavilion, showcasing top enterprises selected for their innovation, market potential, and practical applications. These firms will display flagship products and solutions, supported by government policies to strengthen the tech sector.
Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass. Nearly 100 of these firms received support to develop and improve their products, benefiting more than 300,000 customers and creating over 300 new jobs through successful fundraising and team expansion amidst Vietnam’s competitive economy.
Over the past three decades, Binh Duong has cemented its status as one of Vietnam’s most dynamic industrial hubs, building a robust foundation in manufacturing, exports, and investment. The province now has 30 operational industrial parks spanning over 13,000 hectares, with an occupancy rate exceeding 90%.
The diplomat emphasised that Vietnam places the highest priority on the development of science, technology, and innovation, viewing them as critical drivers for the country’s advancement in the new development era.
The PM revealed Vietnam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Vietnam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes; training and developing human resources; ensuring nuclear safety; and conducting training and drills to improve incident management capabilities.
More than an art showcase, the second “Technology with heart” contest seeks to inspire innovation and spotlight the humanistic values that technology can bring into daily life, expected to contribute to a sustainable digital future.
The average speed of the national mobile broadband network remained stable, with download speeds reaching 76.86 Mbps and upload speeds reaching 26.98 Mbps.
Under the MoU, AMD will support several key initiatives spearheaded by HCM City’s authorities, including piloting policies, co-hosting innovation events, and evaluating the investment environment within the Saigon Hi-Tech Park.
The centre is a joint initiative between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, with PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) serving as co-leads, and global telecommunications giant Nokia as founding industry partner.
The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.
As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.
The organisers hope the competition will help shape a generation of exceptional engineers who will make significant contributions to Vietnam’s scientific and technological progress in this era of transformation.
In the digital age and amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution, IP plays an increasingly critical role, not only in safeguarding inventions but also in reducing copyright infringement and curbing piracy.
Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
The week features a rich lineup of activities, including a plenary conference on blockchain and AI development, thematic seminars on future technology trends and investment visions, applications of blockchain and AI in business, the Super Vietnam PitchFest, as well as forums for blockchain and AI.
According to the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024, on making breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, this is considered a decisive factor in the development of nations. It is seen as a prerequisite and the best opportunity for Vietnam to become prosperous and powerful in the new era of the nation’s rise.
Vietnam’s demographic advantage, including a youthful population of 100 million in a “golden age”, further bolsters its ambitions. Its dynamic workforce, with a natural inclination toward science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), is a key asset in attracting private investment to innovation-driven sectors.
Vietnam views sci-tech as a decisive factor in national development and a key tool for achieving sustainable development goals, and is ready to boost sci-tech cooperation with Venezuela for mutual prosperity.
Representatives of Quang Ninh province, the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA), businesses and organisations exchange MoUs on cooperation related to digital transformation and green transformation at the forum (Photo: VNA) 
