Speaking at the seminar, Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Nguyen Xuan Cuong said that the S-shaped country is one of five countries most vulnerable to climate change impacts; accordingly, the increasing frequency of extreme weather events have caused serious consequences to environment, the country’s sustainable socio-economy growth. Hence, technology application is needed for forecast mission and management and reconstruction. On the same day, the Party Committee’s Propaganda and Education Board of the Mekong delta province of Kien Giang and the People’s Committee in Phu Quoc Island District organized a press briefing on inundation in Phu Quoc island lately – the worst flooding in the island so far. Chairman of Phu Quoc People’s Committee Mai Van Huynh said this year flood was caused by climate change, relentless torrential downpours within a week and high tide. Moreover, illegal construction of houses in rivers and stream made the condition … [Read more...] about Vietnam to apply technology for natural disaster prevention
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PM urges acceleration of electronic toll fee collection
Non-stop electronic toll fee collection has been applied at Hà Nội-Bắc Giang toll station since 2017. — VNA/VNS Photo Quang Toàn HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has asked Minister of Transport Nguyễn Văn Thể to report on the progress of applying non-stop electronic toll fee services nationwide before June 20. The leader’s order aims to accelerate the application of electronic services and ensure transparency of toll collection. The report must detail the progress of applying technology at every toll station, as well as difficulties and proposed punishments for those who delay the work. During a Q&A session at the National Assembly last week, a deputy raised concerns that so far only 30 per cent of toll stations nationwide have non-stop toll collection services. Minister Thể said the deadline for all tool booths across the country to install the systems is … [Read more...] about PM urges acceleration of electronic toll fee collection
Technology fully exploited in retail channels
At the moment, in Vietnam, there are various pieces of sales management software to meet a wide range of demands of retailers. One prominent example is Sapo POS, with its user-friendly interface and sufficient features to serve commercial activities of many companies. In around 5 minutes, users can easily get used to operating it. Another notable software is MshopKeeper, a professional program by Misa for retail stores with its simple interface and functions like inventory management via SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) codes, price calculation, revenue – expense statements. Thanks to inheriting merits from the accounting software Misa, this new program is able to effectively manage the cash flow and create precise sales reports. Being one of the earliest pieces of software launched into the Vietnamese market, Kiotviet now has an impressive number of users. It is suitable for most industries, wholesalers or retail stores. It shares similar functions with other programs such as … [Read more...] about Technology fully exploited in retail channels
Ministry of Science & Technology and Ericsson partner to establish an IoT Innovation Hub
(VEN) - The Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST) and Ericsson today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish an Internet of Things (IoT) Innovation Hub in Hanoi in the first half of 2019. Mr Chu Ngoc Anh - Minister of Science and Technology and Denis Brunetti, Head of Ericsson Vietnam and Myanmar signed the strategic innovation partnership agreement The agreement is symbolic in that it marks 50 years of bilateral ties between Sweden and Vietnam as well as Ericsson’s 25th anniversary in Vietnam. The IoT Innovation Hub will foster IoT innovation amongst start-ups, enabling them to develop and trial IoT applications, and supporting them to commercialize their applications. This initiative significantly contributes to the 2018 innovation activities hosted by MoST in Vietnam. Speaking at the Signing Ceremony, Mr Chu Ngoc Anh, Minister of Science, Technology and Environment said the Ministry highly appreciated the signing of MoU with Ericsson. … [Read more...] about Ministry of Science & Technology and Ericsson partner to establish an IoT Innovation Hub
Farmer reaches success thanks to applying technology
Viet Nam News HẬU GIANG — Take a helping of technology, sprinkle with science, and add a heavy dose of dedicated work. These are the ingredients applied by farmer Thiều Văn Hải to ensure a recipe for success. Hải lives in Trường Thắng Village, Trường Long A Commune, Châu Thành A District in the southern province of Hậu Giang. Farming is in his genes. Both his parents farmed before him, and with a lot of siblings, times were hard. Since he was a small boy Hải had to work to help his family make enough money to raise his brothers and sisters. After his simple marriage to a teacher, he was given by his parents 1.5ha of land to start his own life. He built a home and created his own field to work. But he wasn’t satisfied with simply tending his land. Hải joined training courses and conferences organised by local farmers’ association to improve his business. Using bank loans … [Read more...] about Farmer reaches success thanks to applying technology
Seminar discusses use of robotic technology in Vietnam
Robots made by Vietnamese students (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Enhancing connectivity between foreign scientists and domestic universities and institutes is a basic solution to further boosting the application of robotic and mechatronic technology in different fields in Vietnam, experts have suggested. They raised the suggestion during a seminar on “robotic and mechatronic technology in the fourth industrial revolution: demand and solutions for Vietnamese firms”, which was co-hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Planning and Investment in Hanoi on August 21. The MoIT reported that the number of Vietnamese enterprises using new technologies, especially core ones in industry 4.0 in manufacturing, remains modest. As over 97 percent of domestic businesses are micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), they have met difficulties regarding capital, technological … [Read more...] about Seminar discusses use of robotic technology in Vietnam
Traditional taxi firms urged to apply technology and adapt to ride hailing trend
As ride-hailing services like Grab have become increasingly popular, traditional taxi firms are urged to apply technology and adapt to ride-hailing trend. Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The urges traditional taxi firms to adapt to ride-hailing trend This information was stressed by Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The on July 13 at the meeting to get comments and suggestions considering the draft decree replacing Decree No.86/2014/ND-CP on business and conditions for automobile transportation. Minister The said that the line between traditional taxis and tech-based transportation services is blurred, which remains a pressing problem. Decree 86 needs to make adjustment to ensure fair treatment for all modes of transportation as prescribed by the current regulations. It also requires measures to manage unlicensed and unregistered taxis. The Ministry of Transport (MoT) called for harmony between traditional taxis and ride-hailing services such as Grab. It is also looking to … [Read more...] about Traditional taxi firms urged to apply technology and adapt to ride hailing trend
Shidler College of Business holds commencement ceremony for Executive MBA students
Shidler College of Business holds commencement ceremony for Executive MBA studentsBy Minh Tuan Dean of the Shidler College of Business Vance Roley (R) and Professor and Chair of Information Technology Management at the University of Hawaii Tung Bui (L) pose with the best students of the 10th Executive MBA program in HCMC - PHOTO: MINH TUAN HCMC - The Shidler College of Business at the University of Hawaii held a commencement ceremony in HCMC on July 8 for 19 students who had completed the Vietnam Executive Master of Business Administration (VEMBA) program. This was the 10th such program held in the city and the 21st in the country. On July 7, a similar ceremony was held at the Melia Hanoi Hotel for 15 graduating Executive MBA students in Hanoi. The ceremony in HCMC was attended by Dean of the Shidler College of Business Vance Roley, vice president of the HCMC International University Ho Nhut Quang, U.S. Consulate General in HCMC officer Kenneth Tarpley, and guests, alumni and … [Read more...] about Shidler College of Business holds commencement ceremony for Executive MBA students
Experts to discuss future of blockchain technology in Vietnam
Scores of Vietnamese and foreign experts will gather in Hanoi on June 14 for a conference on ways to promote the development of blockchain technology in Vietnam. The "Blockchain Forum 2018: Vision and Development Trend" is being billed as a dialogue between blockchain enterprises and management agencies, seeking solutions to blockchain technology development in Vietnam. The conference is being organized by VnExpress, Vietnam’s most-read news website, in conjunction with the Ministry of Science and Technology. It is supported by Infinity Blockchain Labs and other blockchain platform developers Achain and Tomochain. The world over, blockchain technology has become one of the most searched keywords in recent years, expanding its applications from digital finance to various fields including agriculture, healthcare and logistics. It is the world’s leading software platform for digital assets and touted to be a tool to build a radically better financial system. Wikipedia … [Read more...] about Experts to discuss future of blockchain technology in Vietnam
Application of high-technology in farming in Mekong Delta discussed
The forum included introduction and demonstration of modern and smart technologies for agriculture and aquaculture production, and business networking activities for technology transfer in the region. At the opening ceremony Speakers at the event underlined the role of smart technologies in agricultural production in order to increase the productivity and quality of products, while increasing their competitiveness. They stressed that science and technology will become the main driving force of socio-economic development in the delta in the coming times. Meanwhile, MoST Deputy-Minister Tran Van Tung emphasized the necessary of promoting the research, transfer, and application of technologies in agricultural production in the region, which is facing many challenges due to climate change. Translated by Minh Anh … [Read more...] about Application of high-technology in farming in Mekong Delta discussed