Society

Binh Duong prepares for WTA events

Leaders of the southern province of Binh Duong on March 20 had a meeting with a delegation from the UNESCO-WTA Technopolis Development Centre to discuss preparations for the World Technopolis Association (WTA) in the locality.
Binh Duong (VNA) – Leaders of thesouthern province of Binh Duong on March 20 had a meeting with a delegationfrom the UNESCO-WTA Technopolis Development Centre to discuss preparations for theWorld Technopolis Association (WTA) in the locality.

Binh Duong will host the 11th meeting ofthe WTA General Assembly, the High Technology Fair, and the 2018 GlobalInnovation Forum in this October.

At the meeting, Chairman of the provincialPeople’s Committee Mai Hung Dung proposed that the two sides work on a detailplans and choose the theme for each event, along with communications contentsand the plan for construction of venue for the High Technology Fair.

Yoslan Nur, a UNESCO expert who led thedelegation, said that the UNESCO and the WTA have cooperated from 2005 in allfields, including supporting countries in organising training courses forofficials and providing technology in building high technology parks. From2014, the Global Innovation Forum was launched, he added.

Yoslan Nur showed his delight at thedevelopment of Binh Duong, expressing his belief that the province willsuccessfully host the events, opening more opportunities for bilateralaffiliation in the future.

Earlier, Binh Duongand the WTA signed a memorandum of understanding for hosting WTA events.

Binh Duong is anindustrial hub of the southern region and the country as a whole. Last year theprovince grew at 9.15 percent, its highest ever rate. Exports grew by 17.6percent to 28.5 billion USD.

In the first twomonths of this year, domestic and foreign investments have been worth 10.3trillion VND (450 million USD) and 435 million USD, respectively.

The province now has31,548 domestic enterprises with registered capital of 247.5 trillion VND (11billion USD) and 3,075 foreign projects worth 29 billion USD.

It is ranked secondin terms of FDI attraction behind only HCM City.-VNA
VNA
#UNESCO-WTA Technopolis Development Centre #World Technopolis Association (WTA) #WTA General Assembly #Binh Duong #Vietnam #Vietnam news #Vietnam News Agency Binh Duong
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

411 new FDI projects licensed in two months

411 new FDI projects licensed in two months

Vietnam granted investment licences to 411 new projects of foreign investors as of February 20, with a total registered capital of 1.39 billion USD which is equivalent to 68.6 percent of the figure for the same period last year.

See more

Khmer people celebrate the New Year at Sro Lon Pagoda, My Xuyen ward, Can Tho city. (Photo: VNA)

PM Le Minh Hung extends Chol Chnam Thmay greetings to Khmer community

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung stressed the need for ministries, sectors and localities to fully and promptly implement social welfare policies, improve living conditions, and provide care for policy beneficiaries, disadvantaged households and vulnerable groups, while ensuring that the Khmer community celebrates Chol Chnam Thmay in a spirit of unity, joy, safety and thrift, in line with civilised practices and traditional cultural values.

Participants at the Vietnam–Western Australia Education Dialogue note that there remains ample room to further expand education and training cooperation. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, Western Australia deepen substantive education cooperation

Dang Thuy Chi, First Secretary in charge of education at the Vietnamese Embassy in Australia, outlined Vietnam’s strategic directions in education development, highlighting the roadmap for international integration under Decision No. 1600/QD-TTg, which focuses on expanding internationally accredited programmes, strengthening ties with reputable global institutions and promoting two-way student exchanges. S

Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Nguyen Dac Thanh (Photo: VNA)

Germany eyes stronger labour cooperation with Vietnam

The two sides discussed measures to deepen bilateral cooperation in workforce development and skills training, and enhanced coordination between management agencies of Vietnam and Germany in the time to come.

A ritual involving a procession and offering of sticky rice cakes to the Hung Kings at the Hung Kings Temple Festival in Phu Tho province (Photo: VNA)

Phu Tho makes thorough preparations for Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day

The Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, Hung Kings Temple Festival and Ancestral Land Culture–Tourism Week 2026 will run from April 17–26 (the first to 10th days of the third lunar month) at the Special National Historical Relic Site of Hung Kings Temple and other localities in the province, with the opening ceremony set for 8pm on April 17.

Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Le Van Tuyen (standing) speaks at the press conference on April 9. (Photo: VNA)

State President’s amnesty decision in 2026 announced

In 2025 alone, more than 22,000 inmates were granted early release, while political security and social order remained firmly maintained. Most beneficiaries have successfully reintegrated into society, earning public support and international recognition.

Delegates attend the launch ceremony of the 2026 Press Awards on promoting energy efficiency and conservation (Photo: VNA)

Media promotes culture of efficient energy use

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, in coordination with the Vietnam Journalists Association, on April 8 launched the 2026 Press Awards on promoting energy efficiency and conservation, aiming to raise public awareness and encourage responsible energy consumption.

A civil servant in Mao Khe ward, Quang Ninh province, guides a resident in submitting notarisation applications via the National Public Service Portal. (Photo: VNA)

Quang Ninh digitises entire administrative process

The effective implementation of the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation, coupled with strong public engagement, is providing new impetus for Quang Ninh to accelerate administrative reform and advance toward a transparent, modern and sustainable public governance model in the years ahead.

Delegates at the Hanoi ceremony marking Laos' traditional New Year festival Bunpimay (Photo: VNA)

Lao traditional New Year Bunpimay celebrated in Hanoi

The Vietnamese and Lao leaders’ agreement to incorporate the concept of “strategic cohesion” into the bilateral relationship framework marks a historic milestone, reflecting a long-term vision, deep political trust and shared determination to elevate bilateral ties to a new stage of development.

The wrist-tying ritual during Bunpimay is believed to bring peace and good fortune (Photo published by VNA)

Congratulatory message sent to Lao front leader on Bunpimay festival

Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Central Committee, sent a congratulatory letter to Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune, Politburo member, and President of the Lao Front for National Development’s Central Committee, on the occasion of Laos’ traditional New Year festival Bunpimay (Buddhist Era 2569).