Opening of the Australia - Vietnam Strategic Technology Centre

On June 11, 2025, the Australia - Vietnam Strategic Technology Center (AVSTC) was officially opened in Hanoi, aiming to promote research on 5G/6G, cyber security and digital transformation.

The Center will bring together the best experts from academia, industry, and government to address the challenges and seize the opportunities of the digital future.

This groundbreaking collaboration between the Australian and Vietnamese Governments is being implemented through a partnership between the Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).

Delegates cut the ribbon to inaugurate the center. (Photo: Australian Embassy in Vietnam)

The center will provide a dynamic platform to launch innovation activities, promote outstanding research, support policy formulation and practical applications of emerging and critical technologies such as 5G/6G, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and cybersecurity.

Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, Ms. Gillian Bird, said: “Australia is proud to partner with Vietnam to promote innovation and digital transformation, two essential elements for Vietnam’s economic growth. This is a concrete demonstration of Australia’s commitment to supporting science and innovation within the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries."

By promoting research and collaboration on strategic technologies, and by connecting Vietnamese institutions with Australia’s leading education and innovation networks, Australia aims to support Vietnam in implementing Resolution 57 with practical, measurable results.

Australian Ambassador Gillian Bird presented funding to eight strategic technology seed projects and 19 Women in Technology and Innovation Awards. (Photo: Australian Embassy in Vietnam)

The centre marks an important milestone in Australia and Vietnam’s shared journey towards a secure and digitally connected future, and reflects the deep and ongoing commitment between the two countries under the Australia-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Digital technology and digital trade are key to promoting economic growth, development, and social welfare, including support for women entrepreneurs. This is reflected in the Strategy for Enhancing Economic Cooperation between the two countries.

The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provided initial funding of A$2.1 million to establish the centre, with global telecommunications company Nokia providing technical equipment to support its operations.

Source: https://thoidai.com.vn/khai-truong-trung-tam-cong-nghe-chien-luoc-australia-viet-nam-214143.html