Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the conference (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)– Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has stressed the important role played byscience and technology in promoting production value and economic growth, andasked for more efforts to effectively develop the sector in the coming time.
Speaking at aconference held by the Ministry of Science and Technology in Hanoi on January 9to review scientific and technological activities in 2017, the Governmentleader praised state management of science and technology at all levels in theyear. It is necessary to continuecreating breakthroughs in improving the innovation index and considerenterprises as a centre of innovation, he said. Attention should be paidto building laws related to science and technology development and policies onusing human resources, as well as increasing investment in the sector, henoted.
PM Phuc also pointedout shortcomings that must be solved in the coming time in order to promote theapplication of science and technology in production and business activities,and commercialization of science-technology products.
Minister of Industry and Trade Tran Tuan Anh said the sector served as adriving 🌠force for the nation’s socio-economic development.
The year 2017 witnessedgreat efforts in renovating state management and effective collaboration among ministriesand sectors to foster the development of science and technology, he added. Minister of Science andTechnology Chu Ngoc Anh said the ministry will continue fine-tuning legalregulations; encourage the implementation of science and technology tasks inconnection with enterprises’ development and promote application of high technologiesin agriculture development, especiallyfor key farm products for export./.
Productivity and innovation are considered leading factors for Vietnam’s international integration, said Dang Huy Dong, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment.
It’s time for the Vietnamese agro-forestry-fishery industry to promote the application of modern agricultural equipment and technologies to build a sustainable industry.
As most of the machines used in the agricultural sector are imported, innovations in agricultural machinery made by Vietnamese farmers are being viewed as “rain after the drought”.
Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith recognised the support the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) has given to the Lao Ministry of Science and Technology and National Academy of Science (LNAS) while receiving VAST President Chau Van Minh on December 5 in Vientiane.
Vietnamese businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), must embrace digital and AI transformations to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth, experts said.
Under the European Union (EU)’s global initiative on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE), Vietnam has implemented numerous projects aimed at strengthening national capacity in detecting, preventing, and preparing for CBRN-related threats.
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ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
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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.
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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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the conference (Source: VNA) 
