PM attends int’l exhibition on Smart Industry World 2017
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said the fourth industrial revolution (4.0) presents the opportunity for the country to realise its dream of prosperity when addressing an international exhibition on Smart Industry World 2017 in Hanoi on December 5.
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc said the fourth industrial revolution (4.0) presents theopportunity for the country to realise its dream of prosperity when addressing an international exhibition on SmartIndustry World 2017 in Hanoi on December 5.
The PM underlined the guiding viewpoint of the Governmentthat focuses on building and developing the digital economy and smart industry,regarding this as a crucial task to restructure the economy and shift growthmodel toward increasing productivity, quality, efficiency and competitiveness.
The Government will invest in modernising thenational information infrastructure system and connectivity while developingsmart industry based on digital technology to create a breakthrough in growthquality and turn Vietnam into a global centre of software industry and servicesof information security and safety, he said.
The PM set the target of one million digital techniciansby 2020, stressing that to achieve the goal, contents related to the 4.0revolution should be included in general education, vocational training, andtertiary education while innovation and start-up culture must be nurtured.
In such context, the PM said the Smart IndustryWorld 2017 is an important event for participants to share experience inapplying cutting edge technologies, developing smart industry, and recognisingopportunities and challenges from the fourth industrial revolution.
The Smart Industry World 2017, which combines aninternational exhibition and four workshops, drew nearly 50 domestic andforeign enterprises operating in automation, robot, smart industry,agriculture, health care, education, fintech, and software.
More than 1,500 delegates from State-runmanagement agencies, domestic and foreign business associations, and embassieswere also present at the event.
The exhibition featured 50 pavilions showcasedby leading manufacturers, industrial and technological businesses from Vietnam,Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, the US, the Republic of Korea, and Japan.
The symposiums in the framework of the event willexplore new technological measures and propose specific policies for theGovernment to develop smart industry in manufacturing, trade, services andsmart urban areas.-VNA
Innovative manufacturing is key to increasing productivity and sustainability as Vietnam confronts the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) challenges, experts said.
Vietnamese agencies, businesses and organisations are constantly innovating and experimenting with the latest technologies, making every effort to keep themselves up-to-date.
Domestic and international businesses participating in Smart Industry World 2017 have committed to accompanying Vietnam to soon develop the smart industry effectively.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (Photo VNA) 
