Green Growth Exhibition showcases practical solutions in key sectors
Exhibitors are showcasing practical solutions in key sectors such as renewable energy, smart agriculture in response to climate change, biomaterial technology, carbon management, green logistics, and environmentally friendly products for global supply chains.
PM Pham Minh Chinh (centre) and delegates kick off the Green Growth Exhibition in Hanoi on April 16. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – ൲The Green Growth Exhibition themed “Small Innovations – Big Impact” opened in Hanoi on April 16 as part of the 4th Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit, bringing together more than 50 domestic and international startups and the world’s leading organisations in green transition and sustainable development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and leaders from various ministries and international organisations attended the opening of the exhibition, which was jointly held by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The two-day exhibition aims to highlight Vietnam’s innovation capabilities aligned with the development of a sustainable startup ecosystem and global green transition. It features prominent Vietnamese startups like Buyo Bioplastic, AirX Carbon, Alternō Vietnam, Yeast Era, and EBOOST along with international partners such as World Resources Institute (WRI), Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), Greeneration Foundation, and CIAT, bringing effective green transition models from across continents.
PM Pham Minh Chinh and delegates visit booths at the Green Growth Exhibition on April 16. (Photo: VNA)
Exhibitors are showcasing practical solutions in key sectors such as renewable energy, smart agriculture in response to climate change, biomaterial technology, carbon management, green logistics, and environmentally friendly products for global supply chains.
The exhibition space features an open design that not only displays innovative solutions but also serves as a connection point between innovative startups and potential investors and partners both at home and from abroad.
The P4G forum was established in 2017 based on an initiative of Denmark with the goal of coordinating policies, promoting public-private cooperation, and connecting governments, businesses and socio-political organisations to promote green growth and contribute to sustainable development goals.
Vietnam is one of the eight founding members and remains an active participant among nine members in the second phase from 2023-2027.
The fourth P4G Summit is taking place in Vietnam from April 14-17 under the theme "Sustainable and People-Centred Green Transition." The summit is hoped to attract international resources for development, especially in climate change mitigation, green transition, digital transformation, and science, technology and innovation to achieve the net-zero emissions goal./.
The summit is the first multilateral high-level conference in the field of green growth, green transition, and sustainable development hosted by Vietnam.
Vietnam is accelerating strategic breakthroughs and making the best preparations for a development path that is rapid, green, inclusive, and sustainable, Party General Secretary To Lam said.
Vietnam currently has over 4,000 innovative startups, including two unicorns valued at over 1 billion USD, 11 companies valued at over 100 million USD, more than 1,400 startup support organisations, 202 co-working spaces, 208 investment funds, and 35 business promotion organisations. Among these, it is estimated that around 200-300 companies focus on green transition, covering areas such as renewable energy, environmental technology, sustainable agriculture, and the circular economy.
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.
