Made-in-Vietnam integrated circuits (ICs) were introduced at SEMICON Japan, an international exhibition for the microelectronics manufacturing supply chain recently held in Tokyo.
Made-in-Vietnam integrated circuits (ICs) on display at SEMICON Japan. (Source: sggp.org.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Made-in-Vietnam integrated circuits (ICs) were introduced at SEMICON Japan, an international exhibition for the microelectronics manufacturing supply chain recently held in Tok𒁃yo.
A number of chips, including SG8V1, HF RFID, ADC 24 and UHF RFID, and chip-based products were showcased at the exhibition by representatives from the Integrated Circuit Industrial Development Programme, the Integrated Circuit Design Research and Education Centre (ICDREC) and the Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) from December 14-16.
The Vietnamese team attended SEMICON Japan to learn firsthand about the country’s policies and demand for microelectronics products as part of Ho Chi Minh City’s project to design support mechanisms and policies for the development of its IC industry.
SEMICON Japan provided companies and experts a platform to exchange the latest microelectronic technologies and seek partnerships, according to Dr. Dang Luong Mo, an advisor to the VNU-HCM.
At the exhibition, the ICDREC made a presentation titled “Our potential, Your opportunities” on Vietnam’s support policies for the local IC industry as well as its business climate and opportunities for overseas investors in the field.
The city’s team also met with a number of potential partners from Japan, such as Sony, Renesas, SocioNet, CM Engineering and Jinzai Solution Inc.
Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City’s IC industry has set foot for the first time in the global market, Le Thai Hy, director of the municipal Department of Information and Communications and also head of the steering committee for the IC Industrial Development Programme, said.
Earlier in 2015, HCM City’s Integrated Circuit Industrial Development Programme inked cooperation deals with CM Engineering Japan, CNS, Shoei and Mitsubishi.-VNA
The 2nd Vietnam Semiconductor Strategy Summit which opens on September 17 brings together executives of the world's leading microelectronics companies, with delegates representing Vietnamese Government, academia, research and industry.
The Hoa Lac Hi-tech Park and the Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International inked a deal on September 21 on joint activities to stimulate the development of the semiconductor industry.
The “SEMI Vietnam Business Mission 2015” kicked off in Hanoi on September 22, bringing together experts to discuss different aspects of the microelectronics industry in Vietnam.
Vietnamese semiconductor companies will have an opportunity to introduce their businesses to global producers during a business mission that finishes on September 23.
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.
Made-in-Vietnam integrated circuits (ICs) on display at SEMICON Japan. (Source: sggp.org.vn)
