Hanoi, April 16 -- Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung called on US chipmaker Qualcomm to join Vietnam's efforts in developing an AI and semiconductor hub while receiving Jilei Hou, Vice President of Engineering at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., in Hanoi on April 16.

The Vietnamese Deputy PM highly evaluated Qualcomm's acquisition of part of Movian AI of Vingroup, affirming that the firm's decision to make a large and long-term investment in Vietnam is both wise and well-founded.

He said Vietnam boasts advantages for developing the AI and semiconductor industries, noting that the country already has a relatively strong ecosystem for the sector.

Vietnam is also making major investments in technology infrastructure and has ambitious plan...