PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (fourth from left) and other officials attend the inauguration ceremony of Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo 2018 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the openingceremony for the Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo 2018 in Hanoi on July 13.
Themed “Vision and Development Strategy in the Fourth Industrial Revolution”,the event saw Government officials and nearly 1,800 representatives fromlocalities, domestic and foreign experts, businesses and embassies inattendance.
Head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission Nguyen Van Binh, whoco-chaired the event with the Prime Minister, stressed the opportunitiesbrought by Industry 4.0, which helps improve technology and productioncapacities as well as competitive edge in the global value chain.
However, an irrational approach will make Vietnam lag behind regional countriesin terms of technology, and face redundancy of unskilled labourers, andinequality in society, he said, adding that soft power, cyber space security andtrans-boundary cyber-crimes are other challenges that need to be tackled.
Before attending the summit, PM Phuc cut the ribbon to kick off theinternational exhibition on Industry 4.0, with 50 booths of leading technologyproviders of state-of-the-art technology solutions such as computer integratedmanufacturing (CIM), smart plant, nano technology, renewable energies andblockchain, among others.
The highlight of the event was the appearance of Sophia, the world’s firstrobot citizen. The special guest responded to various questions related tosustainable development and potential to apply artificial intelligence inproduction.
According to the agenda, PM Phuc will attend a policy dialogue themed“Vietnamese Policy on Enhancing Access to the Fourth IndustrialRevolution”.-VNA
Participants at a national seminar in Hanoi on June 19 discussed measures to improve communications management in the context of the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0).
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism sought to tap Industry 4.0 achievements in culture and arts from analyzing the revolution impacts on the sector at a scientific seminar in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue on June 21.
Opportunities and challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) for accounting and auditing sectors were spotlighted at a workshop in Hanoi on July 6.
The Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo 2018 will take place in Hanoi from July 12-13 under the theme of “Vision and Development Strategy in the Fourth Industrial Revolution”.
Over the past 30 years of reform and integration, the industry and trade sector has become a spearhead economic sector, providing an important momentum for national recovery and development, and helping Vietnam turn from a poor country into a middle-income nation, said the Party chief.
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.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (fourth from left) and other officials attend the inauguration ceremony of Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo 2018 (Photo: VNA) 
