Minister calls for preparation of workforce for AI ecosystem
Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat has called for preparing a workforce for artificial intelligence (AI), thus contributing to the sustainable development of the AI ecosystem in Vietnam.
Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat speaks at the event (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNA) – Minister ofScience and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat has called for preparing a workforce for artificial intelligence (AI), thus contributing tothe sustainable developm♕ent of the AI ecosystem in Vietnam.
Addressing the opening of the Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Festival 2023 (AI4VN) in Ho Chi Minh City on September 22, Datsaid the building of this workforce aims to achieve the goal ofmaking Vietnam an innovation and AI hub in ASEAN and the world, as outlined inthe national strategy on research, development and application of AI till 2030. Viathe two-day event, he said the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) wants to connect Government officials, experts, scientists,businesses and investors interested in AI at home and abroad. The UK Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, EmilyHamblin, said the solutions on display have demonstrated the development ofVietnam's technology sector with the active involvement of numerous enterprises.The event provides a platform to promote AI application in daily life.
MoST leaders visit the showcase area (Photo: VNA)
Initiated by MoST, the event was held for thefirst time in 2018. This year, it took the theme “AI: Power for Life" with the plenary session discussinghot topics to help the community and businesses gain a better understanding ofAI technology applications in daily life. It also serves as a bridge for Governmentagencies, departments and businesses to discuss policies for AI development inVietnam. The event also featured a business leaders' conference ontechnology, discussions on AI trends in finance, AI and big data application inhealthcare, and a showcase area where nearly 30 domestic and foreign exhibitorsintroduced prominent AI products./.
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The 2023 Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day (AI4VN), a leading science and technology event in Vietnam, will take place in Ho Chi Minh City on September 21-22.
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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.
Vietnam views sci-tech as a decisive factor in national development and a key tool for achieving sustainable development goals, and is ready to boost sci-tech cooperation with Venezuela for mutual prosperity.
Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) 
MoST leaders visit the showcase area (Photo: VNA) 
