Two foreign technology giants - SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Kuiper- have formally sought approval to pilot LEO satellite-based Internet services in Vietnam.
In addition to the Opening Ceremony and National Policy Forum, Techfest 2025 will feature more than 10 international workshops, specialist panels, technology showcases, and interactive demonstrations.
The STEM rooms under the STEM Innovation Petrovietnam programme are developed under the model of “speed – standardisation – sustainability”, with modern equipment such as smart interactive boards, AI-IoT systems, VEX robotics sets, 3D printers, CNC cutters and laboratory kits on energy and the environment.
Jointly organised by Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s Institute of Space and Underwater Technology (ISUT) and Petrovietnam Gas JSC (PV GAS), the competition aims to foster innovation among young people, enhance capabilities in UAV research, design and application, and seek practical technological solutions for smart agriculture, environmental monitoring, logistics, and emergency rescue.
The event brought together scientists, policymakers, and inventors to discuss responsible AI development with a focus on human-centred values. Participants explored practical applications of ethical frameworks, ensuring transparency and human oversight in AI, and promoting international cooperation to strengthen global AI governance.
The daily reference exchange rate is at 25,151 VND/USD on December 5, down 1 VND from the previous day.
In 2026, the province targets expanding its lychee-growing area to 29,800 ha with an expected output of 160,000 tonnes. Of this, 17,500 ha will be produced under VietGAP standards with an estimated yield of 125,000 tonnes; GlobalGAP-certified lychee areas will be maintained at 235 ha; and organic lychee areas at 10 ha.
Vietnamese durian is still experiencing strong growth despite facing technical barriers from China, thanks to improved quality and competitive pricing.
At present, 47 projects under the 2025-2029 scientific research and application programme are being implemented here with the participation of more than 40 organisations from Russian ministries and research institutes.
By 2030, Vietnam targets completing the establishment of a digital government, forming a smart government powered by big data and artificial intelligence (AI), delivering proactive, predictive, and citizen-centric governance models.
From December 1–11, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) through the Vietnam Agency for Radiation and Nuclear Safety is coordinating with relevant ministries and agencies to host an Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) Mission in Hanoi. The delegation consists of seven IAEA experts, three international specialists invited by the agency from the UK, Brazil and Bulgaria, and one observer from Egypt.
The ministry will receive dossiers for the national-level review until 5pm on May 8, 2026 for regular submissions, and until 5pm on May 15, 2026 for classified dossiers. The national-level council is scheduled to complete evaluations in September 2026 and submit results to the Prime Minister by late November 2026.
The Office of Science and Technology at the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany on November 29 hosted a roundtable in Berlin to introduce key breakthroughs in the 2025 Law on Science, Technology and Innovation and Vietnam’s strategic orientations for the sector.
Building on the coalition of five universities to develop high-quality human resources for the semiconductor industry initiated by the Ministry of Education and Training in Da Nang in 2023, VNU-Hanoi launched the semiconductor alliance to link education, research, and industry; foster an open ecosystem and develop high-quality human resources and “Make in Vietnam” semiconductor products.
The survey found that 27.1% of children use the Internet for less than 1 hour per day, 50% for 1–3 hours, 18.8% for 4–6 hours, and 2.3% for more than 10 hours, he said, noting that the findings provide a comprehensive view of children’s Internet usage and risks related to personal safety on cyberspace.
Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang met with Jens Rubbert, Chairman of the EU–ASEAN Business Council (EU–ABC), in Hanoi on November 27, during which he proposed enhanced coordination in detecting and addressing counterfeit, imitation and substandard goods, in order to safeguard the lawful rights and interests of businesses and consumers.
Representatives from leading companies such as AgriS, ARC Ento Tech Ltd, ROWS, ANSCentre, FPT, Viettel, AIBox and Calix Global showcased advanced technologies and research supporting science and technology exchange between the two countries.
A leader of Technion said the university stands ready to expand international cooperation through student and lecturer exchange programmes, postgraduate scholarships, joint research projects, and startup ecosystem connections.
As Vietnam’s e-commerce market is forecast to reach 63 billion USD by 2030, UAVs are emerging as highly effective last-mile delivery tools. Pilot programmes in Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, and Lang Son provinces have proven their ability to reduce delivery times and overcome difficult terrain.
With an initial technological base and timely policy support, Vietnam’s space sector is now poised for significant breakthroughs.
IPv6-only is an inevitable trend to support the development of the Internet of Things, industrial Internet, 5G/6G deployment, AI, and other emerging technologies. Since 2021, Vietnam has maintained steady growth in IPv6 adoption and has consistently ranked among the leading countries in the transition.
The mission collected a dense set of deep-sea sediment samples from Vietnam’s continental shelf, enriching the field database for this area. Geological samples, along with geophysical and oceanographic data, will provide important input for comprehensive studies on the natural conditions, resource potential, and geological evolution of the continental shelf.
The digital transformation strategy for the 2025–2030 period focuses on synchronous digital infrastructure, unified sectoral databases, and robust information safety and security to boost state management efficiency and public service delivery.
Experts highlighted the importance of cooperation in clean energy and human resources development at a Vietnam-Russia science forum on industrial promotion, technology, and innovation, held by the Ministry of Industry and Trade on November 20 in Hanoi.
Participants in the 2025 VinFuture Sci-Tech Week will share achievements and discuss how science and technology can serve, safeguard, and enhance people’s quality of life worldwide.
Vietnam has identified AI as a national priority technology, playing a key role in digital transformation, the development of a knowledge-based economy, and the enhancement of national competitiveness.
Vietnam’s average 5G speed has reached 447.03 Mb/s for downloads and 99.26 Mb/s for uploads, with average latency at just 0.024 seconds. These are the highest download, upload and latency figures ever recorded for Vietnam’s 5G networks, marking significant efforts by domestic operators to improve 5G quality and stability.
