Paris, May 26 -- Vietnam holds significant potential to become a key link in the global technology supply chain, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) applied to defence and cybersecurity, according to Dr. Marko Erman, Chief Scientific Officer of the Thales Group.

Speaking to Vietnam News Agency correspondents in Paris ahead of the French Tech Summit Vietnam 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, Erman emphasised Thales' long-standing partnership with Vietnam over the past 30 years. He expressed his joy that the relationship continues to follow a long-term strategic direction, notably through collaborations with leading Vietnamese companies such as VNPT, Viettel, and FPT.

Regarding France-Vietnam cooperation, Erman expressed his optimism over...