Using atomic energy for peaceful purposes has been seen in various sectors in Vietnam but its potential for development remains huge. The opinion gained consensus among experts at a two-day conference on the utilisation of atomic energy in socio-economic development from November 1 to 2.

Vietnam has gained numerous achievements in the utilization of atomic energy in various fields, including health care, industry, agriculture, natural resources and environment, in 2016 – 2018 period. As modernization is accelerated rapidly in Vietnam, nuclear technology in general and radiation in particular need proper attention in order to contribute more greatly to the country’s socio-economic development.-VNA