Summit discusses telecommunications infrastructure, digital content services
The World Mobile Broadband and ICT Summit 2022 was held in Hanoi on March 9 to discuss the modernisation of telecommunications infrastructure and digital content services toward the promotion of a digital economy and society.
Hanoi (VNA) – The World Mobile Broadband and ICT Summit2022 was held in Hanoi on March 9 to discuss the modernisation oftelecommunications infrastructure and digital content services toward thepromotion of a digital economy and society.
Addressing the event, Deputy Minister of Information andCommunications Pham Duc Long stated following the development of informationtechnology, telecommunications infrastructure is now transforming into digitalinfrastructure.
The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has set out a goal that Vietnam needs to masterbroadband infrastructure, 5G equipment infrastructure, and made-in-Vietnamtechnology platforms, Long said.
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Pham Duc Long speaks at the event. (Photo: VNA)
The official said that regarding digital transformation,digital infrastructure development, and digital platforms, the country needs tohave a digital institution as well as a breakthrough and excellent ways ofdoing things from the synthesis of practical experiences of related units inVietnam as well as the studying of other countries’ experience.
According to statistics of the MIC's Authority ofTelecommunications, in 2021, Vietnam had 70.9 million mobile broadband subscribers,accounting for 57.23 percent of total mobile subscribers and representing anincrease of more than 4 percent compared to 2020.
In 2022, the authority targets 100 percent of adults owninga smart phone; 75 percent of households installing fiber optic internet; and 85-percentmobile broadband subscribers per 100 people.
At the summit, experts exchanged and shared methods for management,investment, product development and doing business on high-techtelecommunications platforms.
The event was co-organised by the International Data Group(IDG) in Vietnam and the Radio and Electronics Association of Vietnam.
The organisers took the occasion to honour outstanding mobile broadband, internet, and cloud computing service providers in Vietnam in 2022./.
The Ministry of Information and Communications has determined that the cloud computing platform is a key part of telecommunications infrastructure to focus on in the coming years.
At least 95 percent of total households in Hanoi are expected to use at least one smartphone by 2025, according to a postal-telecommunications infrastructure development plan serving the city digital transformation programme to 2025 with a vision to 2030.
The contribution of 5G to the national GDP growth is forecast to reach 7.34 percent by 2025, the World Mobile Broadband & ICT 2021 conference was told in Hanoi on March 25.
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.
Illustrative photo (Source: baodautu.vn) 
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Pham Duc Long speaks at the event. (Photo: VNA) 
