Vietnam and Austria cooperate to develop semiconductor technology

Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong and the delegation witnessed the signing ceremony of the memorandum of understanding between the units. Photo: PV

On March 26, Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee for Science, Technology and Environment Le Quang Huy and a delegation from the Ministry of Science and Technology led by Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong witnessed the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Information Technology Industry and the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) with EVGroup - one of the world's leading enterprises specializing in providing equipment for semiconductor manufacturing.

This event marks a step forward in promoting the development of Vietnam's semiconductor industry, while expanding international cooperation in the high-tech sector - a field that is becoming increasingly essential to the global digital economy.

The MoU focuses on three main pillars: promoting R&D programs in key technologies such as nano-fabrication, 3D packaging and MEMS. The two parties will cooperate in training and capacity building, including designing specialized training programs for students, engineers and researchers to enhance technical expertise in the semiconductor field. The two parties will cooperate in production and testing, implementing practical projects to bring Vietnam closer to building a modern semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong expressed his joy at the increasingly expanding cooperation process between Vietnam and the Republic of Austria, and highly appreciated the close and effective relationship between the professional units of the two sides.

Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong emphasized: "The cooperation between EVGroup, the Department of Information Technology Industry and PTIT not only contributes to improving the capacity of Vietnam's semiconductor industry, but also brings practical value in training, research and development, in line with the long-term vision and sustainable development orientation of the country."

Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong and the delegation listened to the sharing of EVGroup's Board of Directors. Photo: PV

Emphasizing the importance of promoting international cooperation in the field of semiconductor technology, Mr. Nguyen Khac Lich, Director of the Department of Information Technology Industry, commented: "With the expertise and capacity of EVGroup and the policy of encouraging investment in domestic semiconductors, Vietnam expects to create specific and solid results in this field."

On EVGroup's side, CEO Hermann Waltl shared: “We believe that, together, we will create a future where advanced semiconductor technologies play an important role in shaping industries globally.

The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding marks an important step forward in promoting international cooperation, while concretizing Vietnam's Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy.

EVGroup: EV Group (EVG) is a world leader in wafer processing, headquartered in Austria. They are leaders in wafer bonding technology for 3D chips and sensors. SmartNIL nano-lithography technology achieves exceptional precision. EVG provides advanced lithography systems for MEMS and semiconductors. They also excel in thin-layer metrology and coating for microelectronics. These solutions and equipment are supplied to major semiconductor manufacturing corporations around the world.

PTIT is a leading research and education institution in Vietnam specializing in telecommunications, information technology and electronics. PTIT plays a key role in promoting Vietnam's technological capabilities through its research, innovation and academic programs.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/viet-nam-va-ao-hop-tac-phat-trien-cong-nghe-ban-dan-2384860.html