On November 14, 2024, at the Supply Chain Connection Conference for Import-Export Goods in Long An Province, SAIGONTEL officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with P&G Tech (Korea) to invest in the construction of a Data Center at Nam Tan Tap Green Industrial Park, Long An. This is a significant event, marking a strategic milestone in the partnership between the two parties while opening up numerous opportunities for the development of information technology infrastructure in the Mekong Delta region.

The conference

The Supply Chain Connection Conference for Import-Export Goods in Long An Province is a key event aimed at promoting cooperation among businesses, government agencies, and international partners in optimizing logistics supply chains and driving local economic development. With its strategic location along the main arterial route between Ho Chi Minh City and the southwestern provinces of the Mekong Delta, Long An has become an ideal destination for both domestic and foreign investors.

Speaking at the conference, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade, Ms. Phan Thị Thắng, emphasized that despite the challenges facing Vietnam’s import and export activities, positive results have been achieved, reflecting the promising outlook for production and the investment-business environment in Vietnam. She also acknowledged Long An Province's strong focus on investing in key transportation infrastructure projects, particularly those connecting industrial parks, industrial clusters, logistics centers, and Long An International Port. These projects have created a seamless, vital transportation network linking regions and provinces, enhancing the efficiency of goods transportation while reducing transport and logistics costs for businesses during production and export processes.

Ms. Phan Thị Thắng also commended the province’s trade promotion efforts, from product marketing to various forms of online and offline consumer connections, which have significantly improved trade promotion effectiveness.

Mr. Nguyễn Minh Lâm, Vice Chairman of the Long An Provincial People's Committee, shared that following the success of the Long An 2023 Trade Connection and Export Promotion Conference, the province has received significant interest from numerous international business delegations seeking cooperation opportunities. This serves as a testament to the province's continuous efforts in fostering international economic collaboration.

At the conference, delegates discussed solutions to enhance the efficiency of goods supply chain operations, while also creating opportunities for import-export businesses to access international markets more conveniently. Topics related to information technology, logistics, and smart supply chain management were also actively debated.

As part of the conference, one of the highlights was the signing ceremony of the MOU between SAIGONTEL and P&G Tech for investment cooperation in the Data Center at Nam Tan Tap Green Industrial Park, Long An. This data center will play a crucial role in driving digital transformation, particularly by providing high-tech services to businesses in the region and international partners.

Saigontel and P&G Tech exchange memorandum of understanding

The MOU signing between SAIGONTEL and P&G Tech is a clear testament to Long An Province's continuous growth in attracting investment, developing infrastructure, and promoting digital transformation. With unwavering efforts from businesses, regulatory bodies, and strategic partners, Long An will remain an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors, contributing to building a robust and sustainable economy in the future.

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A delegation from the Keelung City Government, Taiwan, along with more than 50 leaders and business representatives, held a working session with SAIGONTEL and FCC PARTNERS at the Tech Valley buillding,  SAIGONTEL’s headquarters located in Quang Trung Software City, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City.

Representing the host side was Ms. Nguyễn Cẩm Phương, CEO of SAIGONTEL, along with representatives from Nam Tân Tập Industrial Park, Tân Phú Trung Industrial Park, and SOIHUB Open Innovation Center. From the Ministry of Science and Technology, Mr. Phạm Hồng Quất, Director General of the Market Development Department, was present. On behalf of the Keelung City Government were its leaders, and prominent businesses from Keelung City and  representatives from FCC Partners.

Delegates taking photos

Speaking at the meeting, Mr. Lin Ting Chao, Director of the Keelung Industrial Development Department, expressed his sincere gratitude for the warm and professional reception from SAIGONTEL and its partners. He noted that Keelung City and Ho Chi Minh City share many similarities, including their strategic locations as important port cities, both facing rapid urbanization. The challenges of urban development and industrial transformation make innovation and cooperation particularly crucial.

Keelung City always considers innovation as the key to driving economic growth and highly values the principle of supporting creativity and innovation, striving to create the best development environment for businesses. Quang Trung Software City, as the first software and information technology park in Vietnam with advanced technology, serves as a strong scientific and technological resource and a robust industrial ecosystem, providing an ideal environment for innovative businesses to thrive. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with SAIGONTEL, represented by SOIHUB Open Innovation Center, will unlock resources, foster technology exchange, and offer more support and opportunities for entrepreneurs in both regions.

Ms. Le Bich Phuong presented about Nam Tan Tap Green Industrial Park

A highlight of the meeting was a presentation by Ms. Lê Bích Phương, Business Director of Saigontel Long An, who shared insights about the Nam Tân Tập and Tân Tập green industrial parks, which serve as exemplary models of sustainable development. These industrial parks are equipped with modern infrastructure, advanced wastewater and waste treatment systems, and actively encourage businesses to use renewable energy. Additionally, Ms. Bùi Thanh Hằng, Project Director of SOIHUB, delivered a presentation introducing the SOIHUB Open Innovation Center, a model that has garnered significant interest from Keelung City.

Representatives of SAIGONTELl, FCC Partners and Co Long City Government awarded the MOU

Ms. Nguyễn Cẩm Phương, CEO of SAIGONTEL, sincerely thanked the Taiwanese government and partners for their ongoing support and collaboration with SAIGONTEL. She expressed her belief that this event would open up promising new opportunities for cooperation between businesses from both countries, contributing to the further development of economic relations between Vietnam and Taiwan. During the event, Ms. Phương and the participating partners witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Innovation Cooperation and a Startup Incubator between SOIHUB Open Innovation Center, FCC Partners, and the Industrial Development Department of Keelung City Government.

Co Long Government gives a letter of thanks to SAIGONTEL

On October 15, 2024, Saigontel and Global Advisory (Australia) held a meeting to discuss and exchange expertise on green growth, sustainable development, and human resource improvement for Nam Dinh Province.

Mr. Mai Van Quyet Speaks at the Meeting

At the working session, Mr. Mai Van Quyet, Member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee and Director of the Department of Planning and Investment, represented Nam Dinh Province, along with officials from the Department of Science and Technology, Department of Natural Resources and Environment, Department of Industry and Trade, and Giao Thuy District People’s Committee. On behalf of Saigontel’s working group, Mr. Harry Hughes, Executive Vice President of Global Advisory, along with representatives from the Investment Promotion Department and Soihub Innovation Center, were present.

In his remarks, Nam Dinh Province expressed its sincere appreciation to SAIGONTEL and the team of experts for their visit. The province is currently focused on green and sustainable development and is in need of resources to fund and build a Green Growth Plan for the entire province, particularly emphasizing agriculture, industry, and human resource training sectors. 

SAIGONTEL Experts Share Insights at the Discussion

Mr. Harry Hughes, Executive Vice President of the Strategy and Green Growth Department at Global Advisory, highlighted Nam Dinh’s strong foundation in agricultural heritage and coastal resilience, positioning the province to lead Vietnam in green growth. He noted that Nam Dinh is advancing in the direction of sustainable agriculture, a green economy, cultural tourism, and industry, supported by existing and planned infrastructure investments. Mr. Hughes also shared his experiences in developing and implementing sustainable development policies and green growth strategies, offering advice on building a green growth workforce for the province. 

Commemorative Photo Taken by All Parties

The parties engaged in in-depth discussions regarding the development directions for green growth in Nam Dinh Province. At the conclusion of the meeting, Nam Dinh expressed its appreciation for the valuable experiences shared in developing and implementing green growth policies. The province announced plans to establish a Green Growth Task Force, which will collaborate with Saigontel and Global Advisory to implement green growth initiatives in line with the national green growth strategy.

Global Advisory is a leading Australian company specializing in providing financial and strategic guidance to governments and international corporations. Mr. Harry Hughes, with many years of experience in green growth, has served as an advisor on numerous successful projects for the Australian government. His roles have included Senior Advisor to the New South Wales Minister for Planning and Special Minister of State, focusing on planning strategy, policy, and sustainable development. He has also advised the New South Wales Minister for Resources and Energy on renewable energy policy, serving as the Minister's primary liaison with energy transmission and distribution entities within the NSW energy market.

On October 9, 2024, Saigontel and Global Advisory (an Australian company) held a meeting with the Bắc Ninh Provincial People’s Committee to share expertise and experience on sustainable development, green growth, and workforce improvement.

 Sharing from Mr. Lê Xuân Lợi, Vice President of Bac Ninh Province People’s Committee

During the meeting, Mr. Lê Xuân Lợi, Vice President of the Bắc Ninh Provincial People’s Committee, expressed his deep appreciation for Saigontel's contributions and ongoing efforts in supporting the province's development. Mr. Lợi emphasized that green growth is a sector receiving special attention from Bắc Ninh, and since 2015, the province has approved an Action Plan towards Green Growth. In line with this, the Environmental Processing Plan for the 2019-2025 period achieved significant breakthroughs, leading to the first public release of the provincial Green Rating in 2023, with Bắc Ninh ranking third nationwide.

In his remarks, the Vice President of the Bắc Ninh Provincial People’s Committee highlighted several key points contributing to economic development orientation and greenhouse gas emission reduction. These included the development of green industrial parks with diverse capabilities aimed at an ecosystem model, the implementation of green transportation solutions, the promotion of green purchasing and sustainable consumer behavior, workforce training for environmental improvements, and education for technical workers in the green economy sector.

Ms. Nguyễn Cẩm Phương, General Director of SaigonTel, delivered her speech during the meeting.

During the meeting, Ms. Nguyễn Cẩm Phương, General Director of SaigonTel, shared her experience in developing green industrial parks aimed at creating a cleaner manufacturing environment, reducing negative impacts, and promoting environmental sustainability. SaigonTel's green industrial park project has garnered significant attention from international investors and green finance sources.

Mr. Harry Hughes, Vice Executive Director of the Green Strategy and Development Department at Global Advisory, shared his experience in developing and implementing green growth and sustainable development strategies, while also advising the province on green workforce development. Through its research, Global Advisory recognizes that although Bắc Ninh is a leading industrial province, it faces significant challenges in green growth during the transformation process. With the ambition to strengthen the province's leadership in sustainable solutions and climate challenge management, the company will conduct research and implement programs focused on green workforce training.

Mr. Harry Hughes, green growth expert, shared his experience as part of the meeting

To conclude the meeting, the leadership of Bắc Ninh Province expressed deep appreciation for the valuable insights shared on developing and implementing green growth policies and green industrial park projects within the province. All participants reached a unanimous agreement to hold further meetings to engage in deeper discussions on transforming Bắc Ninh into a green hub for manufacturing, services, consumption, and lifestyle, thereby leading the green transformation.

Global Advisory is a leading Australian company specializing in providing financial and strategic guidance to governments and international corporations. Mr. Harry Hughes, with many years of experience in green growth, has served as an advisor on numerous successful projects for the Australian government. His roles have included Senior Advisor to the New South Wales Minister for Planning and Special Minister of State, focusing on planning strategy, policy, and sustainable development. He has also advised the New South Wales Minister for Resources and Energy on renewable energy policy, serving as the Minister's primary liaison with energy transmission and distribution entities within the NSW energy market.

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The 5th Ho Chi Minh City Economic Forum (HEF) 2024 took place from September 24 to 27, 2024, under the theme “Industrial Transformation, a New Driver for Sustainable Development of Ho Chi Minh City.” Saigontel participated in the Forum as a founding member of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Center (C4IR) and was also a key sponsor of the event.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and a representative from Saigontel – a founding member of C4IR – participate in the inauguration ceremony of the C4IR center

The Forum was attended by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Ho Chi Minh City Party Secretary Nguyen Van Nen, leaders from central government ministries and agencies, provincial authorities, and business representatives, as well as experts from 16 countries, including the United States, Japan, South Korea, China, Cuba, Russia, India, Germany, Australia, Italy, Portugal, Belarus, Hungary, Uruguay, Laos, and Cambodia.

Saigontel representative speaks at the Forum

As a speaker in the specialized discussions at the Forum, Mr. Harry Hughes, Vice Chairman of Saigontel’s Strategic Advisory Board, shared insights on the impact of the 4.0 industrial revolution on Vietnam’s industrial transformation. Additionally, with Saigontel’s extensive experience in industrial real estate investment, the company has carefully prepared to ensure its industrial parks are designed for the future, focusing on sustainability and technological innovation. Saigontel prioritizes integrating renewable energy into the infrastructure of its industrial parks, utilizing advanced emission-reduction technologies, contributing to Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as pledged by the Prime Minister at COP 26.

One of the major events during the Forum was the inauguration and launch of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Center (C4IR) in Ho Chi Minh City. The Center is headquartered in the Ho Chi Minh City Hi-Tech Park and officially commenced operations on September 24, 2024. Saigontel is one of the founding members of C4IR.

The Prime Minister presents flowers to the founding members of C4IR

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Prime Minister emphasized that the establishment of the Center was an initiative of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and aligned with Vietnam’s development trends. He praised Ho Chi Minh City for quickly taking on the responsibility and implementing the public-private partnership initiative, especially in time for the Economic Forum. The Center is significant in fulfilling the nation’s policy of industrialization and modernization, meeting the demands of scientific and technological development, and innovation. It will also assist Vietnam in integrating deeply into the global science and technology community and promoting the Fourth Industrial Revolution, reinforcing Ho Chi Minh City’s leading role in economics, politics, society, and national defense.

As a founding member of C4IR, Saigontel, along with its partners, will contribute to integrating the Center into the global network of the World Economic Forum (WEF). This will enhance cooperation with other C4IR Centers worldwide to support policy proposals, research breakthrough areas for Ho Chi Minh City, in line with national and international trends, and mobilize resources and capital to help the government and businesses apply new technologies in line with the 4.0 industrial revolution in Ho Chi Minh City.

With Saigontel’s efforts in promoting innovation, green industrial parks, and green growth cooperation in recent times, as well as its long-term commitment to sustainable development in Vietnam, Saigontel hopes to contribute its valuable experience to the Center’s growth, helping Vietnam, particularly Ho Chi Minh City, seize opportunities and overcome challenges in the global 4.0 revolution.