Vietnam attends Singapore International Cyber Week
Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Van Thanh is leading a Vietnamese delegation to join the 4th Singapore International Cyber Week 2019 (SICW), which opened on October 1.
Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security Teo Chee Hean speaks at the opening ceremony.(Photo: straitstimes.com)
Singapore (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. GenNguyen Van Thanh is leading a Vietnamese delegation to join the 4th Singapore International Cyber Week 2019 (SICW), which opened on October 1.
In his remarks, Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National SecurityTeo Chee Hean stressed besides substantial benefits, digital technology hasposed pressing cyber threats to all countries worldwide as cybercrime hasbecome more sophisticated.
In that context, nations should join hands to respond to the challenges so asto build a safe cyber space that meets development requirements in eachcountry, he said, affirming as a victim of many cyber-attacks, Singaporepledges close cooperation with all countries to develop a secure network basedon regulations.
Singapore will play a catalyst role to promote collaboration and connectivityas well as ensure cybersecurity in the Southeast Asian region through trainingand sharing information about cybersecurity with other ASEAN member states, headded.
Meanwhile, Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser to the Secretary-Generalon the Preparations for the Commemoration of the 75th anniversary ofthe United Nations Fabrizio Hochschild said as cyber-attack is a global issue,all countries should work together to address the challenge.
He expressed his belief that the SICW would offer an opportunity forpolicy-makers, experts, scholars and businesses to give out practical measuresthat help shape up a safe cyber space for digital economic development in thefuture.
Director of Southeast Asia at CyberTrap Holger Sontag told the Vietnam NewsAgency’s correspondent in Singapore that he has been impressed by his Vietnamesepartners, who have been aware of and shown outstanding abilities in ensuringcybersecurity.
Besides, Vietnam understands the need to apply advanced technologies in preventingand countering cybersecurity risks effectively, he added.
Taking place until October 3, the SICW, the region’s most establishedcybersecurity event, will feature the ASEAN Ministerial Conference on Cybersecurity(AMMC), GovernmentWare (GovWare) exhibition and conference, ASEAN CybercrimeProsecutors’ Roundtable Meeting, SICW Cybersecurity Lecture, and theInternational Common Criteria Conference./.
All licensed financial institutions must comply with a new set of requirements by next year to raise cyber security standards and strengthen cyber resilience of the sector, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on August 6.
The latest cyber security solutions were shared at a workshop in Hanoi on August 14, amid the growing number of cyber attacks targeting Vietnam recently.
More than 10,000 cyber-security vulnerabilities have been discovered in governmental agencies since 2013, according to the IT & Network Security Centre.
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.
Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security Teo Chee Hean speaks at the opening ceremony.(Photo: straitstimes.com) 
