Information and technology (IT) and digital technologies are important to the management of fire-fighting and prevention, as well as the study of new fire-fighting materials and equipment in the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, heard a conference held in Ho Chi Minh City on August 16.
Fire fighting system in Times City, Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNA) – Information and technology (IT) and digitaltechnologies are important to the management of fire-fighting and prevention,as well as the study of new fire-fighting materials and equipment in the era ofthe Industrial Revolution 4.0, heard a conference held in Ho Chi Minh City onAugust 16.
The event, held by the Police Department of Fire Prevention, Fighting andRescue under the Ministry of Public Security,was attended by more than 100 representatives from State agencies and domesticand foreign companies.
Major General Doan Viet Manh, head of the department, stressed the need formodern fire-fighting and prevention techniques amid the growth of urban areas,industrial parks, processing zones, underground facilities, high-rise buildingsand large workshops.
Meanwhile, Colonel Le Quang Hai, Vice Rector of the University of Fire Fightingand Prevention, said state-of-the-art technologies need to be mastered byqualified people.
Seeing radical changes brought about by Industry 4.0, the university has paidattention to providing training for both lecturers and students, promotingpractical scientific research and building modern laboratories to train a qualityworkforce.
An Internet of Things (IoT)-based fire alarm and monitoring system developed byFireSmart Research and Development Co., Ltd grabbed attention from theparticipants. Identifying the fire hazards or finding the fire-fightinginfrastructure broken, the system will warn relevant authorities and residentsin a building.
The firm is working to digitise data on fire-fighting and prevention, includinginfrastructure, traffic systems, water and building structure.
According to Byeonggyn Na, director at the technology application unit underthe Korea Fire Institute, the Republic of Korea has deployed various kinds ofsensors for early fire detection. The device is commonly used in markets,shopping malls, high buildings and households.-VNA
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has requested relevant agencies to deal with the fire at Carina Plaza building at No. 1648 Vo Van Kiet street in Ho Chi Minh City's District 8, which occurred on March 23.
Spokesperson of Ho Chi Minh City police Nguyen Si Quang on March 26 said criminal proceedings started against a case of serious blaze which burned the local apartment complex Carina Plaza on March 23.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Investigation Police Agency on April 20 started criminal proceedings against Nguyen Van Tung, Director of Hung Thanh Co. Ltd., for his alleged violations in fire safety regulations.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Investigation Police Agency on August 9 began criminal proceedings against and executed a temporary detention warrant for Nguyen Quoc Tuan, head of the management board of Carina Plaza, for his alleged violations in fire safety regulations, which led to serious impact in the March blaze.
State-of-the-art technologies and products in fire protection and rescue, security and safety are being on display at the International Exhibition of Security, Fire Safety & Smart Building Technologies and Solutions in HCM City.
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.
Fire fighting system in Times City, Hanoi (Photo: VNA) 
