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Vietnam and Sweden sign strategic pact on science and digital innovation

The two countries deepen ties in technology, research, and digital transformation through a newly signed agreement.

Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions hinge on more than salaries

Experts say a supportive ecosystem and quality of life are essential to attract and retain skilled professionals in Vietnam's chip industry.

Rainbow-colored sun halo appears in HCM City skies

A vibrant, multicolored ring encircling the sun stunned people in downtown Saigon, with many stopping to admire and photograph the phenomenon.

Thales proposes to join VINASAT-3 satellite project in Vietnam

French tech group Thales seeks to partner with VNPT in Vietnam’s next major satellite launch.

Vietnam leads globally in AI hiring interest, Microsoft reports

91% of business leaders in Vietnam are exploring AI-specific roles, outpacing global trends.

Vietnam must dive deep in AI to solve real national problems

Experts stress that superficial use of AI won’t work - Vietnam must invest in deep R&D and develop homegrown solutions to tackle its challenges.

US giant funds semiconductor training tech for Vietnam

Lam Research will donate its digital twin Semiverse platform to Vietnamese institutions to train a skilled semiconductor workforce.

Vietnam embraces AI as $5 trillion global opportunity looms

AI could add $5 trillion to global GDP by 2030 - Vietnam aims to become a regional AI leader with bold initiatives.

Vietnam, IP Paris to co-develop AI, ICT graduate programs

Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung emphasized that Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris), with its leading research capacity and scale, will be a key partner for Vietnam.

Vietnam, Australia launch strategic technology centre to shape digital future

The Australia–Vietnam Strategic Technology Centre (AVSTC) was officially launched on June 11 at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Hanoi.

Regulatory sandbox, a game-changer for innovative enterprises

Translating resolutions into real actions requires strong State and enterprise participation. With the right policies, the private sector can make breakthroughs and become a solid pillar of the national economy.

Prof. Tran Thanh Van’s ICISE poised for scientific breakthroughs in Binh Dinh

ICISE gears up for a landmark space science center, with backing from Binh Dinh and foreign experts.

Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions hinge on four strategic human capital moves

To close VN's critical semiconductor talent gap, 4 key strategies are needed: reforming policy thinking, designing and implementing strategic leadership programs, promoting interdisciplinary education, and attracting global semiconductor leadership.

Vietnam ships first batch of African swine fever vaccine to Indonesia

The vaccine received official approval for use from Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture on April 23, following nearly three years of assessment. Indonesian company PT Biotis Prima Agrisindo, will act as the importer and distributor.

Final round of Vietnam Robocon 2025 kicked off with 32 participating teams

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.

Vietnam reveals 21 national tech challenges to drive innovation by 2027

The Ministry of Science and Technology introduces major R&D priorities to boost digital transformation, AI, and semiconductor manufacturing.

Dr. Philipp Rösler: Vietnam can lead in pharma with AI, not chemistry

At a health innovation forum, the former German Vice Chancellor emphasized digital transformation over traditional infrastructure.

Draft law proposes special mechanisms for research and innovation

The draft Law on Science, Technology, and Innovation has drawn feedback on key issues including risk acceptance, special mechanisms for research, acquisition of technological know-how, and decoding advanced technologies.

New semiconductor training programme expands opportunities for VN students

The initiative, titled the Microchips Engineering and Security Alliance (MESA), aims to cultivate a high-quality workforce in the fields of microchip engineering and semiconductor security.

AI’s huge environmental impact is little-known among public: expert

Noting that every AI command consumes physical resources and energy, Scott McDonald, a lecturer at RMIT University, said that “users should consider the necessity of each AI interaction”.