The 2016 Asia Pacific Conference on Information Management was held in Hanoi on October 21, aiming to develop and sustain an affluent society, both materially and spiritually.
The scene of the 2016 Asia Pacific IT Conference in Hanoi. (Source: doisongphapluat.com)
Hanoi (VNA) – The 2016 Asia Pacific Conference on Information Management was held in Hanoi on October 21, aiming to develop and sustain an a♉ffluent society, bཧoth materially and spiritually, using IT-based solutions in Vietnam.
The conference, themed “Common Platform to a Sustainable Society in the Dynamic Asia Pacific, was organised by the University of Economics and Business (UEB) of Vietnam National University in co-ordination with the Japan society for Information and Management (JSIM).
It aimed to overcome superficial understanding of technologies, and to create a new knowledge system based on an understanding of fundamental business principles.
Nguyen Hong Son, Rector of UEB, said Vietnam considers innovation, integra🌃tion and sustainable development important factors in developme๊nt.
"In fact, Vietnam has actively participated in these trends and obtained essential achievements in economy and society over the years,” said Son.
Experts and scientists from Vietnamese economics and technology schools and informative technology businesses, along with scholars, researchers and experts from the JSIM and its Republic of Korea counterpart attended the conference, as well as representatives from universities, research centres and tech companies from Japan and the United States.
Hoang Nam Tien, Chairman of FPT Software, also a speaker at the conference, stated, “In the context of growth, the IT industry has dramatically contributed to socio-economic development. Vietnam has about 900,000 professionals working in the IT fields with 300 colleges offering IT training, under the national strategy to transform Vietnam into an advanced IT country.”
The conference featured symposiums by Vietnamese and global experts, focusing on solutions to construct and develop a stable society, towards the technological industry in terms of achievements, application and systematization of technology.
Dr Kyoshi Murata from Meiji University said, “Given that Vietnam is one of the most important countries in the Asia-Pacific region, the holding of this academic conference is highly significant. I am overwhelmed with gratitude to all the people both in Japan and Vietnam who have engaged in the preparation.”
The latest research findings related to technological and industrial development by foreign experts were a🅷lso presented during the conference through discussions./.
The central city of Da Nang’s Investment Promotion Centre has inked an IT investment agreement between the Self Wing Vietnam Company and the Saitama Business New Forum from Japan.
Ho Chi Minh City encourages all businesses and residents to apply high technologies so as to help turn it into a smart city, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Tran Vinh Tuyen said.
Vietnamese and Indian businesses discussed new cooperation plans, including the establishment of joint ventures in information technology, during a workshop in Ho Chi Minh City on October 6.
The biggest and most significant conference and exhibition event for start-ups Hatch! Fair opened in Ho Chi Minh City on October 7, attracting representatives from over 20 countries and territories.
Some start-up projects in Ho Chi Minh City will receive financial support of up to 2 billion VND (90,000 USD) within two years under a mechanism recently issued by the municipal People’s Committee.
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.
Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
The week features a rich lineup of activities, including a plenary conference on blockchain and AI development, thematic seminars on future technology trends and investment visions, applications of blockchain and AI in business, the Super Vietnam PitchFest, as well as forums for blockchain and AI.
According to the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024, on making breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, this is considered a decisive factor in the development of nations. It is seen as a prerequisite and the best opportunity for Vietnam to become prosperous and powerful in the new era of the nation’s rise.
Vietnam’s demographic advantage, including a youthful population of 100 million in a “golden age”, further bolsters its ambitions. Its dynamic workforce, with a natural inclination toward science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), is a key asset in attracting private investment to innovation-driven sectors.
Vietnam views sci-tech as a decisive factor in national development and a key tool for achieving sustainable development goals, and is ready to boost sci-tech cooperation with Venezuela for mutual prosperity.