Hanoi (VNA)𒉰 – Vietnamese scientist NguyenHoang Minh has won the UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) ResearchAward for Young Scientists in 2021.
Dr. Minh, 34, from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, receivesthe noble award for his research entitled “An approachfor improving the capability of a coupled meteorological and hydrological modelfor rainfall and flood forecasts”. This study proposes a method for improvingthe capability of rainfall and flood forecasts by generating ensembleprecipitation predictions (EPPs) associated with radar-based rainfall predictionby considering spatial rainfall errors. The EPPs are generated as a kind ofMonte-Carlo simulation based on the performance of the numerical weatherprediction (NWP) model in the previous time step window. The generated EPPscontinue to be blended with radar-based rainfall predictions to produce hybridrainfall forecasts that perform better than each system could performindividually. Minh’s research has been highly evaluated by worldleading experts in the field. Its results have been applied in Vietnam. WMO Awards recognise outstanding contributions inthe field of meteorology, breakthroughs in scientific research, youngscientists for their exceptional contributions to meteorology and climatology,and young engineers/scientists working on development hydrometeorology. WMO Research Award for Young Scientists aims to encourage youngscientists, particularly in developing countries, to undertake outstandingresearch work in all fields of meteorology and hydrology. The award hasbeen granted to young scientists from more than 20 different countries./.
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With the government's strong direction and active participation from businesses and citizens, national digital transformation is deepening, with a focus on building a digital government, economy, and society.
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The new line serves as a critical backup route, strategically complementing existing submarine cables and enhancing the resilience, proactivity, and security of Vietnam’s telecommunications infrastructure.
Vietnam is actively yet cautiously preparing for the construction of its first nuclear power plant in Ninh Thuan (now the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa). The resumption of the programme after years of suspension carries considerable significance for the nation’s development in a new era as it strives to gradually reduce and ultimately phase out coal-fired power to realise the Government’s commitment to Net Zero by 2050.
The government leader reaffirmed Vietnam’s goal of achieving self-reliance in the design, manufacturing, and test of necessary semiconductor chips by no later than 2027.
With the launching of its two-tier local administration model, the city is incorporating technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain to enhance service delivery for citizens and businesses, aligning with the Politburo’s Resolution 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.
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Dung directed the Ministry of Science and Technology to revise the national startup scheme, ensuring it clearly defines the scope and content, grounded on strong political and legal foundations, international best practices, and well-reasoned arguments for submission to the Government.
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With such a rapid economic growth, Vietnam must diversify energy sources and nuclear power is a rational choice to ensure the national energy security, said Associate Professor Kei Koga from the Nanyang Technological University (Singapore).
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung emphasised that Vietnam has a clear strategy and ambition in this field, and is rapidly emerging as a central hub and key link in the regional and global semiconductor value chains.
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The visit aimed to assess the new two-tier local government model, preparations for upcoming Party congresses at levels, and implementation of the Politburo’s Conclusion on school construction in border areas.
Dr. Nguyen Hoang Minh (Photo: //tuoitre.vn) 
