The observatory based at the Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park in the suburbs of Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc has signed off a strategy for the development and application ofspace science and technology by 2030.
The strategy’s overall goal is to widely applyachievements of space science and technology; selectively invest in some areasrelated to national defence, security, and management of natural resources andthe environment; and improve the country’s scientific and technologicalcapacity, thereby helping to safeguard independence, sovereignty, unity, andterritorial integrity, promote the development of all socio-economic aspects,and ensure other national interests.
Regarding the key areas for investment, thestrategy targets that Vietnam will work to master technologies for designing,producing, and integrating optical sensors and radars in earth observationsatellites; assemble, integrate, and examine small satellites with high andvery high resolution in the country; master technologies for designing andmanufacturing terminal devices, earth stations controlling and collectingsatellite data, along with transponders for telecommunication satellites; anddevelop Vietnam’s positioning and navigation capacity and reduce its dependenceon existing global positioning systems.
In terms of space science and technologyapplication, Vietnam looks to proactively and opportunely supervise and assistthe making of decisions in response to widespread natural and social changes withinits territory, while providing a rich diversity of telecom, positioning,navigation, and warning services based on satellite data for its people.
Under this strategy, by 2030, the country willtrain about 300 experts and 3,000 engineers in space science and technology,upgrade about 10 specialised laboratories, and develop strong research groupson space science and technology and their application.
To achieve those targets, the strategy alsopointed out the need to perfect the relevant legal framework, step upscientific research and technological development, and develop technicalinfrastructure, human resources, and the market./.
The Government will offer all possible support to Vietnamese scientists and engineers to develop space technology, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said at a working session on the manufacturing and launch of Vietnam’s MicroDragon satellite in Hanoi on January 21.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on December 27 launched a nationwide network of stations that constantly log and process satellite-based GPS data for better mapping and surveys.
US space agency NASA is collaborating with the Vietnam National Space Centre (VNSC) for a programme on satellite observation to provide analysts and decision makers with information about environmental changes, the effects of agriculture and the health of forests and wetlands.
The Vngeonet network consists of 65 stations located across the country. It is expected to vastly modernise the country’s mapping and surveying technologies and deliver accurate and timely information.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a list of priority technologies for research and development in a bid to facilitate participation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
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.
The observatory based at the Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park in the suburbs of Hanoi (Photo: VNA) 
