Innovation

Hanoi (VNA) – The Techfest Vietnam 2020, which wrapped up on November 29, saw over 120 connections and about 14 million USD worth of investment committed for innovative and startup projects. This year’s three-day Techfest featured about 40 events, such as conferences, seminars, forums and exhibitions, which attracted a total of 6,500 participants. All of its live-streamed events had at least 35,000 viewers tuning in. In his remarks at the closing ceremony, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Tran Van Tung said, despite adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnamese young generations have been ceaselessly working creatively and overcoming hardships to make breakthroughs. The event reflects the development of Vietnam’s innovative and startup ecosystems which have step by step kept up with the global stage, Tung said, adding that he wants to welcome more foreign investors, experts and international organizations to participate, share experience and seek … [Read more...] about 14 million USD worth of investment pledged in Techfest 2020

In his remarks at the closing ceremony, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Tran Van Tung said, despite adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnamese young generations have been ceaselessly working creatively and overcoming hardships to make breakthroughs. … [Read more...] about $14 million worth of investment pledged in Techfest 2020

The event reflects the development of Vietnam’s innovative and startup ecosystems which have step by step kept up with the global stage, Tung said, adding that he wants to welcome more foreign investors, experts and international organizations to participate, share experience and seek partnerships at the next year’s event. … [Read more...] about US$14 million worth of investment pledged in Techfest 2020

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At present, the bilateral medical collaboration has expanded to other spheres, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and seasonal influenza prevention and control, healthcare for military personnel, response to African swine flu outbreaks, and most recently in battling the COVID-19 pandemic. … [Read more...] about HCM City strives to become regional healthcare hub