Digital technology drives development of circular economy
Digital applications to visualise material cycles and their roles to boost circular economy in Vietnam were spotlighted at a programme held in Hanoi on January 24.
Hanoi (VNA) – Digital applications to visualise material cycles andtheir roles to boost circular economy in Vietnam were spotlighted at a programmeheld in Hanoi on January 24.
The event was organised by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment’sResource and Environment Communication Centre (RECC) in collaboration with theEnvironmental Generation and Material Cycles Bureau under the Ministry of theEnvironment of Japan.
Speaking at the event, Deputy Director of the RECC Vu Minh Ly stressed that theVietnamese Government has committed to realising the net-zero target by 2050and is striving towards the goal by issuing an array of documents andregulations on the development of the sustainable economic growth model, andpromotion of recycling.
Meanwhile, Ko Matsuura from the Japan’senvironmental generation bureau said that the ministries of environment of thetwo countries signed cooperation deals in waste management work, 3R(reduce-reuse-recycle) projects, and development of smart industrial parks,among others.
Japan, boasting considerable experience and advanced technologies, willcontribute to improving the waste management in Vietnam, he added.
According to Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Akira Hiroi, waste management is auniversal issue that matters to every single nation across the globe.
As the amount of waste in Vietnam has increased over time while the country’streatment models have shown irrationality, the Japanese Government hopes thatit could contribute to the circular economy transition in Vietnam through notonly existing cooperation programmes but also future ones.
Experts and environmental managers at theevent introduced the circular system of smart materials and the potential to branchout this system at Vietnamese industrial parks /.
Vietnam is soon to introduce a new set of national criteria aimed specifically at speeding the development of green industries in line with international standards, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI).
Nguyen Anh Duong, Director of the Department for General Economic Issues and Integration Studies under the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM), has granted an interview to a Viet Nam News reporter about impacts of businesses' ESG (environmental-social-governance) practices on the process of the country's circular economy development and what circular economy policies mean to ESG practices.
Specific policies will serve as a launching pad for enterprises and industrial parks to promote circular business practices in the most effective way, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said on November 16.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a working session with the Party Committee of Lai Chau on the socio-economic development of the northern mountainous province on November 19.
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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.
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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.
At the event in Hanoi on January 24 (Photo: VNA) 
