International drill on cyber security held in Vietnam
Vietnam joined other 19 countries and territories in responding to cyber security incidences at an international drill themed “Emergence of a New DDoS Threat” held in Hanoi on March 22.
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam joined other 19 countries and territories in respondingto cyber security incidences at an international drill themed “Emergence of aNew DDoS Threat” held in Hanoi on March 22.
The exercise is an annual event organised by information technology agencies,especially computer emergency response teams (CERT) from many countries andterritories worldwide.
The event drew the participation of 28 members of the Asia Pacific ComputerEmergency Response Team (APCERT) and some guests from the Organisation ofIslamic Conference – Computer Emergency Response Team (OIC-CERT).
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Information andCommunications Nguyen Thanh Hung said that cyber security is a hot issue thathas caught concerns worldwide.
Such cyber-attack like Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), an attempt to makeonline services unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic from multiplesources, has been increasing, Hung said, highlighting that the attack causedirreversible damage to state agencies and enterprises as well as had criticalimpacts on socio-economy, defence, security and people’s benefits.
Thisyear’s exercise aims to enhance capacity for cyber security officers in analysing,inspecting, and coordinating to tackle DDoS attacks, making contributions toensuring cyber security in Vietnam, he stressed.
The drill is not only an opportunity for technicians to practice activitiesresponding to computer incidences but also an event to raise public awareness ofinformation safety in offices, enterprises and community.
Team Vietnam attended the event with 200 representatives and technicians fromover 100 units of the Vietnam Computer Emergency Response Teams (VNCERT),groups, commercial banks, telecommunication enterprises, universities andacademies nationwide.
On the occasion, Vietnam also held a drill in the north, central and south.
VNCERT is a member of the APCERT. It has been developing with 124 units and 500technicians. The centre detected millions of IP addresses which were infectedand controlled by host computers outside Vietnam. It also found over 18,000infected websites that had spread malware on the Internet, including 88 state agencywebsites. - VNA
The Institute for Cyber Security Research and Training (CSO) has launched a training system for cyber security simulations, the first of its kind in Vietnam.
A Conference focusing on the need to establish groups to handle cyber security problems and maintain safe cyber operations was held in Ho Chi Minh City December 6.
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.
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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.
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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.
Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
The week features a rich lineup of activities, including a plenary conference on blockchain and AI development, thematic seminars on future technology trends and investment visions, applications of blockchain and AI in business, the Super Vietnam PitchFest, as well as forums for blockchain and AI.
According to the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024, on making breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, this is considered a decisive factor in the development of nations. It is seen as a prerequisite and the best opportunity for Vietnam to become prosperous and powerful in the new era of the nation’s rise.
Vietnam’s demographic advantage, including a youthful population of 100 million in a “golden age”, further bolsters its ambitions. Its dynamic workforce, with a natural inclination toward science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), is a key asset in attracting private investment to innovation-driven sectors.
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) 
