Hanoi, May 18 -- Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has outlined key areas for deepening cooperation between Vietnam and Austria, including the advancement of industries such as artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, quantum technology, biotechnology, the establishment of research and development (R&D) centres, and workforce training programmes.

Delivering a virtual address at the Vietnam-Austria High-Tech and Innovation Forum, held in Vienna on May 16, Dung highlighted the need to strengthen innovation and digital transformation capabilities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). He also emphasised the importance of fostering public-private partnerships, developing green energy initiatives, and...