Vietnam’s nuclear power strategy introduced in Nha Trang
Vietnam’s nuclear power development strategy and the construction of its first nuclear power plants in the central province of Ninh Thuan have been introduced to local residents in Khanh Hoa.
Students are examining a model of a nuclear reactor displayed in an exhibition in Nha Trang city, Khanh Hoa province. (Source: VNA)
Khanh Hoa (VNA) – Vietnam’s nuclear power development strategy and the construction of its first nuclear power plants in the central province of Ninh Thuan have been introduced to local residents in central Khanh Hoa province.
At a workshop held in Nha Trang city on December 16, experts from the Vietnam Atomic Energy Agency, the Vietnam Agency for Radiation and Nuclear Safety and the General Department of Energy presented reports relating to the development of nuclear power in the world.
They also referred to nuclear power’s role in Vietnam’s national energy security and the general overview of the Nuclear Power Plants in Ninh Thuan, regulations on safety and security of a nuclear power plant.
According to Hoang Anh Tuan, General Director of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Agency, nuclear power has become a choice of many countries in the world.
According to data from the International Atomic Energy Agency ( IAEA ), as of September 2015, nuclear power plants have been built in 31 countries and territories with a total of 438 reactors and contribute 11.5 percent of the total electricity output in the world. Another 67 reactors are currently under construction.
Doan The Vinh, Deputy Head of the Thermal Electricity and Nuclear Power Department under the General Department of Energy, said Vietnam has issued many documents and decisions on developing nuclear power in its national strategy for energy development through 2020 with a vision to 2030.
The National Assembly approved a resolution on investments for the nuclear power plants in Ninh Thuan in 2009 and the Prime Minister issued decision No 906/QD-TTg in 2010 approving the guidelines on developing nuclear power in Vietnam through 2030.
Ninh Thuan possesses all necessary conditions for the implementation of the two nuclear power plants with a combined capacity of 1,000 MW, using technologies from Japan and Russia.
𒅌 On the sidelines of the workshop, the organisers held an exhibition displaying materials and photos relating to the national strategy for energy development and the nuclear power plants in Ninh Thuan.-VNA
Experts from across Asia gathered in a workshop entitled “Public acceptance of nuclear technologies: Sharing Asian experience” held in the central province of Ninh Thuan on November 13.
Vietnam has made great strides in nuclear power development, thanks to support from the State, Indonesia Nuclear Society Chairman Arnold Soetrisnanto said.
Russian and domestic experts gathered at a seminar on December 3 in Ho Chi Minh City to discuss how to develop nuclear power in an effective and safe manner.
Three Vietnamese engineers have won Gold Award at The Global AI Challenge for Building E&M Facilities 2025, held in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China).
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.
VietNEST (Vietnamese Nurturing Education for Science & Traditions) is a mobile app and digital platform for Vietnamese language learning among overseas children.
The networks bring together universities, research institutes and domestic and foreign businesses. Members will work closely in training, research, and technology transfer by sharing curricula, improving faculty capacity, providing access to laboratories and research facilities, and jointly implementing science and technology projects.
The Better Choice Awards (BCA) 2025 is a key highlight in the lead-up to Vietnam Innovation Day that falls on October 1, an annual event expected to attract hundreds of innovative enterprises, research institutions, investment funds, and startups from both Vietnam and abroad.
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.
Vietnam has issued many key policies to support semiconductor development, notably the Politburo’s Resolution 57 on science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. Other initiatives include the Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2050, and the Human Resources Development Programme for the Semiconductor Industry.
Vietnam is no longer just an emerging blockchain market, it is stepping into a leadership role, with global investors, developers, and experts recognising its growing potential to become a leading hub for digital assets in the region.
Taking place on August 1–2, the event features more than 20,000 attendees and over 200 speakers from Vietnam, the h Korea, Singapore, the UAE, Hong Kong (China) and the US.
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.
The two-day academic forum, themed “Resilience, Sustainability & Digital Transformation in a Changing World: Perspectives from Southeast Asia”, aims to share interdisciplinary research insights, focusing on adaptive capacity, sustainable development, and digital transformation amid evolving global and regional landscapes.
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.
According to Cushman & Wakefield’s latest Asia-Pacific Data Centre Investment Landscape report, Vietnam now ranks second in the region for data centre investment returns, with a yield on cost (YoC) of 17.5–18.8%, just behind Singapore’s 21–23%.
Vietnam is taking drastic yet cautious steps in building a culture of nuclear safety and security, with the aim of having its first nuclear power plant operational by the end of 2030 and using this specific energy source effectively and sustainably.
Vietnam’s 5G strategy has been clearly outlined in national digital technology and infrastructure policies. A wide range of solutions is being vigorously implemented to achieve the target of an average internet speed of 100 Mbps by 2025 and full nationwide 5G coverage by 2030.
Students are examining a model of a nuclear reactor displayed in an exhibition in Nha Trang city, Khanh Hoa province. (Source: VNA)
