Viettel’s smart city model is the most effective and innovative in the world, according to the World Communication Awards (WCA) 2021’s announcement. (Photo: Photo courtesy of the firm)
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Viettel’s smart city model is the most effective andinnovative in the world, according to the World Communication Awards (WCA)2021’s announcement.
Viettelis the only Vietnamese enterprise on the list of nominations and winners atthis year's WCA, surpassing the leading giants such as China Telecom Global, KTCorporation and ZARIOT secured SIMs in the same category.
TheSmart Cities Award is a category that seeks to find an effective and creativeoperation solution, bringing benefits to people and businesses towardsimproving the quality of life and increasing the operating efficiency of thecity government.
Theaward is evaluated based on five criteria including application scope; theability to meet people's needs or improve their lives; completeness compared toexisting solutions in the market; benefits brought to people; the role oforganisations and businesses in building a smart city.
Viettel’ssmart city model is a comprehensive solution that could be tailored accordingto needs, characteristics, current situation and culture of each province/city,helping use local resources in the optimal way, providing accurate andappropriate analysis, thereby improving competitiveness and increasing people'ssatisfaction.
Viettelis a Vietnamese enterprise named alongside big players in the technology andtelecommunications industry in the world such as Orange, Swisscom, Airtel,Ericsson, PCCW Global.
Upto 30 localities have signed co-operation agreements with Viettel in theapplication of smart city construction technology.
WCAis one of the most prestigious telecommunications awards on a global scale,initiated and held annually by Total Telecom Magazine (UK) since 1999. Thejudging board consists of 70 experts who are representatives of the largestorganisations in the telecom industry such as IDC, GSA, Global Data./.
Viettel has successfully researched, tested and established a 5G data transmission speed of more than 4.7Gb per second. This speed is 40 times higher than the 4G speed and more than two times the existing 5G speed, making Viettel one of the fastest 5G telecom networks in Asia.
The military-run telecom provider Viettel announced on September 30 that it has received two more exclusive patents in the US for its two new inventions which were developed by a group of young engineers.
VietNEST (Vietnamese Nurturing Education for Science & Traditions) is a mobile app and digital platform for Vietnamese language learning among overseas children.
The networks bring together universities, research institutes and domestic and foreign businesses. Members will work closely in training, research, and technology transfer by sharing curricula, improving faculty capacity, providing access to laboratories and research facilities, and jointly implementing science and technology projects.
The Better Choice Awards (BCA) 2025 is a key highlight in the lead-up to Vietnam Innovation Day that falls on October 1, an annual event expected to attract hundreds of innovative enterprises, research institutions, investment funds, and startups from both Vietnam and abroad.
The new line serves as a critical backup route, strategically complementing existing submarine cables and enhancing the resilience, proactivity, and security of Vietnam’s telecommunications infrastructure.
Vietnam is actively yet cautiously preparing for the construction of its first nuclear power plant in Ninh Thuan (now the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa). The resumption of the programme after years of suspension carries considerable significance for the nation’s development in a new era as it strives to gradually reduce and ultimately phase out coal-fired power to realise the Government’s commitment to Net Zero by 2050.
The government leader reaffirmed Vietnam’s goal of achieving self-reliance in the design, manufacturing, and test of necessary semiconductor chips by no later than 2027.
With the launching of its two-tier local administration model, the city is incorporating technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain to enhance service delivery for citizens and businesses, aligning with the Politburo’s Resolution 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.
Vietnam has issued many key policies to support semiconductor development, notably the Politburo’s Resolution 57 on science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. Other initiatives include the Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2050, and the Human Resources Development Programme for the Semiconductor Industry.
Vietnam is no longer just an emerging blockchain market, it is stepping into a leadership role, with global investors, developers, and experts recognising its growing potential to become a leading hub for digital assets in the region.
Taking place on August 1–2, the event features more than 20,000 attendees and over 200 speakers from Vietnam, the h Korea, Singapore, the UAE, Hong Kong (China) and the US.
Dung directed the Ministry of Science and Technology to revise the national startup scheme, ensuring it clearly defines the scope and content, grounded on strong political and legal foundations, international best practices, and well-reasoned arguments for submission to the Government.
The two-day academic forum, themed “Resilience, Sustainability & Digital Transformation in a Changing World: Perspectives from Southeast Asia”, aims to share interdisciplinary research insights, focusing on adaptive capacity, sustainable development, and digital transformation amid evolving global and regional landscapes.
With such a rapid economic growth, Vietnam must diversify energy sources and nuclear power is a rational choice to ensure the national energy security, said Associate Professor Kei Koga from the Nanyang Technological University (Singapore).
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung emphasised that Vietnam has a clear strategy and ambition in this field, and is rapidly emerging as a central hub and key link in the regional and global semiconductor value chains.
According to Cushman & Wakefield’s latest Asia-Pacific Data Centre Investment Landscape report, Vietnam now ranks second in the region for data centre investment returns, with a yield on cost (YoC) of 17.5–18.8%, just behind Singapore’s 21–23%.
Vietnam is taking drastic yet cautious steps in building a culture of nuclear safety and security, with the aim of having its first nuclear power plant operational by the end of 2030 and using this specific energy source effectively and sustainably.
Vietnam’s 5G strategy has been clearly outlined in national digital technology and infrastructure policies. A wide range of solutions is being vigorously implemented to achieve the target of an average internet speed of 100 Mbps by 2025 and full nationwide 5G coverage by 2030.
The visit aimed to assess the new two-tier local government model, preparations for upcoming Party congresses at levels, and implementation of the Politburo’s Conclusion on school construction in border areas.
Under the theme “Breakthrough Era with the Development of Industrial Internet”, the event gathered over 400 delegates, including senior officials, leading Internet experts, and technology engineers from Vietnam and abroad.
Viettel’s smart city model is the most effective and innovative in the world, according to the World Communication Awards (WCA) 2021’s announcement. (Photo: Photo courtesy of the firm) 
