Over 20 years of development, Vietnam’s internet has made sustainable contributions to society and Government policies have resulted in 60 percent of the population using the web.
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Hanoi (VNA) - Over 20 years of development, Vietnam’s internet has madesustainable contributions to society and Government policies have resulted in 60 percent of the population usingthe web, said Phan Tam, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications atthe ongoing APRICOT 2017 conference in HCM City.
Thisis the first time APRICOT (Asia Pacific Regional Internet Conference onOperational Technologies), the leading internet forum in the Asia-Pacificregion, is being held in Vietnam.
Itis co-organised by the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC), AsiaPacific Internet Association (APIA), Vietnam Internet Network InformationCentre (VNNIC) and the Vietnam Internet Association (VIA) under the auspices ofthe Ministry of Information and Telecommunications (MIC).
Theconference attracted about 700 delegates from more than 50 countries andterritories gathering to share experience and transfer technology with thepurpose of developing and operating internet infrastructure and consolidatingcyber security in the Asia-Pacific region.
"Theworkshop is part of preparations for the fourth industrial revolution. Ibelieve that with more than 700 guests at APRICOT 2017, this will be a usefulopportunity for the experts, engineers and technical staff to discuss policies,standards and tools for the revolution. I believe we need a new breakthrough inthe development, stability and security of the network to meet the requirementsof an industrial revolution,” said the deputy minister.
Inaddition, to meet the increasing demand of the digital economy, Vietnam hasbeen gradually moving to IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) since 2008 inaccordance with national plans on IPv6 transition for the period 2008 to 2020.Currently, more than six per cent of internet users in Vietnam are using IPv6and Vietnam is among the countries with the highest rate of IPv6 usage in theregion.
However, VNNIC Director Tran Minh Tan said thatnew IPv6 services have not been developed properly. “Besides Vietnameseinternet content providers, social networks and e-paper also need to transferto IPv6 synchronously to meet the demands of user connection in thefuture."-VNA
Vietnam boasts vast potential to transform into a fully-digitalised economy and society like Japan and the Republic of Korea (RoK), said Director of the Singapore-based Technology Research Project Corporate (TRPC) John Ure.
Free public wifi will be provided in a number of locations during the 2016 Hue Festival, which will take place from April 29- May 4 in the central province of Thua Thien – Hue.
The number of Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) has surpassed those with ADSL technology-based internet access after three years, according to the Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (VNTA).
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.
The course aims to promote knowledge exchange between scientific and educational schools from different countries, while deepening participants’ expertise in modern technology and technical education. It comprises two main specialisations of electronics-automation and nuclear technology.
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.
As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.
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.
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