In his address, PM Chinh said the association’s hosting of this annual conference underscores its proactive role in fostering international cooperation in science and technology, particularly at the time when Vietnam freshly celebrated its National Innovation Day (October 1).

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and delegates to the ongoing conference of the International Network of Women Engineers and Scientists (INWES) in the Asia-Pacific as well as leaders of the Vietnam Association for Intellectual Women pose for a group photo in Hanoi on October 4.

The country places great importance on intellectuals, steadfastly pursues sustainable development, and considers science and technology key national priorities, he affirmed. Valuing the role of women, Vietnam is committed to promoting gender equality and developing the contingent of female scientists.

The Government leader extended his gratitude to the network and his hope for its continued collaboration and experience-sharing with Vietnam.

He called on the network to help enable Vietnamese female intellectuals to connect with, learn from, and collaborate with experts, scientists, and high-tech enterprises worldwide. Its support for Vietnam in terms of technology transfer, workforce training, and the improvement of governance, institutions, and policies are also necessary, Chinh said.

The PM expressed hope that the network and the association will make more contributions to the country and the region, as well as the building of a peaceful, fair, humane, compassionate, civilised, and sustainable world.

In response to a proposal by the association to establish a fund in support of young female scientists, the leader assigned the President of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) to work with the finance minister on necessary legal requirements.

Over the past 13 years, the VWU’s Vietnam Association for Intellectual Women has grown to nearly 6,000 members from 12 provinces and cities, 31 research institutes, universities, government agencies, and state-owned and private enterprises.

It once hosted the INWES Asia-Pacific’s conference in 2018. This year’s edition is slated for October 4 and 5 in Hanoi, themed “The Role of Women in Science & Technology and International Integration for Sustainable Development”.

Bac Giang promotes vegetable production

BAC GIANG - Due to the impact of Typhoon Yagi, many areas of vegetables ready for harvest in the northern region have been damaged, leading to a shortage of green vegetables. Currently, residents, local authorities, and relevant sectors in the province are implementing various measures to stabilise the supply of vegetables, tubers, and fruits as soon as possible.

PM outlines tasks to boost strategic infrastructure development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 3 chaired a meeting between permanent Government members and representatives from various construction associations and enterprises to address challenges and accelerate nationally important projects.

Vietnamese, Irish leaders seek ways to strengthen relations

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris compared notes on cooperation orientations and measures to deepen the traditional friendship and multi-faceted collaboration between Vietnam and Ireland during their meeting in Dublin on October 3.

“Scientists of farmers” honoured

A ceremony was held in Hanoi on October 3 to honour the “scientists of farmers” and present the awards for winners of the tenth "Technical Innovation for Farmers" contest.

Vietnam-France trade, investment ties expected to grow further

The official visit to France by Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his attendance at the 19th Francophonie Summit are expected to give a boost to the bilateral economic, trade, and investment ties.