Advancing Strategies in Innovation and Digitalisation: VNU-HCM's Steps for National Progress
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Title: Huyền Thanh Đán and VNU-HCM Delegates DiscussSTEM, Innovation, and Digital Transformation
In the winding metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, Vιệt Nam National University-Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) continues to take the lead in preparing top-notch talent, conducting groundbreaking research, and fostering technological advancements. This was affirmed by Huyền Thanh Đán, deputy head of the Central Propaganda and Education Commission, who, along with his team, paid a visit to VNU-HCM's labs on May 16.
A working session ensued between Huyền Thanh Đán and the VNU-HCM administrators as both parties discussed the implementation of the Politburo's Resolution 57-NQ/TW, which focuses on creating breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Huỳnh Thành Đạt and a working delegation visit laboratories of VNU-HCM prior to a working session on May 16. - Photo Courtesy of VNU-HCM
Smiling broadly, Đán conversed warmly about the university's proactive spirit, especially when it comes to adhering to Resolution No. 57. He praised VNU-HCM as a hub for culture, knowledge, and indispensable contributions to critical national missions like digital transformation and innovation.
At this discussion, VNU-HCM shedded light on their achievements in implementing Resolution No. 45-NQ/TW, which aims to empower the intellectual workforce to fuel fast and sustainable national growth. One such effort includes the VNU350 Programme designed to attract and cultivate top-tier scientists and leading experts, with an ultimate goal of recruiting 350 intellectuals. After three rounds of recruitment, the programme has successfully attracted 27 scholars, seven of whom graduated from some of the world's top 100 universities.
The university also announced the launch of its Visiting Professor Programme on Valentine's Day this year. Its goal is to embrace collaborations with renowned international scientists and experts, leading to improved teaching methods and research developments. By April 2025, the programme's advisory council approved a list of 16 professors and international experts from prestigious universities around the globe.
Regarding Resolution 57-NQ/TW, VNU-HCM released Action Programme No. 33 across its network, concentrating on areas such as semiconductors, information technology, data science, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and the digital economy. They've also established stronger partnerships with regions in Southeast and Southwest Vietnam to support the seamless execution of this resolution.
Deputy head of the Central Propaganda and Education Commission Huỳnh Thành Đạt has a working session with the Việt Nam National University-HCM City on May 16. - Photo Courtesy of VNU-HCM
HCM City University of Technology under VNU-HCM suggested that the government approve a programme to further develop basic science research and training at VNU-HCM, maintaining a competitive edge both regionally and worldwide. They also urged the city to soon establish a special mechanism for supporting investments and research activities for the Smart University Urban Area at VNU-HCM, allocating an annual budget to cover these undertakings.
Delegates, experts, and scholars delved into discussing the specifics of implementing Resolutions 45 and 57 at VNU-HCM and proposed methods for creating dynamic intellectual teams imbued with skill, unwavering commitment, inventiveness, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to socio-economic development.
References:
- National Digital Transformation Strategy To 2030, with a Vision To 2045
- Seizing the Opportunities from Industry 4.0
- Breakthroughs of Science, Technology, and Innovation
- Effective Management and Dissemination of Science-Technology Results
- Strengthening the Training of High-Quality Human Resources
VNU-HCM chancellor Vũ Hải Quân speaks at the working session with the Central Propaganda and Education Commission on May 16. - Photo Courtesy of VNU-HCM
- In the realm of education and self-development, VNU-HCM has carved a niche for itself as a beacon of science and technology, fostering a culture of innovation that drives digital transformation.
- The labor force in Vietnam is being empowered for fast and sustainable economic growth, as demonstrated by the achievements of VNU-HCM in implementing Resolution No. 45-NQ/TW.
- Huyền Thanh Đán, deputy head of the Central Propaganda and Education Commission, applauded VNU-HCM as a hub not just for knowledge, but for critical contributions to national missions like digital transformation and innovation.
- As part of the implementation of the Politburo's Resolution 57-NQ/TW, VNU-HCM has launched Action Programme No. 33, focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and the digital economy.
- The government's support in developing basic science research and training at VNU-HCM, along with a special mechanism for investments and research activities, could help to maintain a competitive edge in the global market.
- The working session between Huyền Thanh Đán and VNU-HCM administrators touched on the importance of creating dynamic intellectual teams, instilled with skill, commitment, inventiveness, and a desire to contribute significantly to socio-economic development.
- The Visiting Professor Programme, launched by VNU-HCM, will foster collaborations with renowned international scientists and experts, a move that is expected to improve teaching methods and research developments.
