The WHISE 2022 features about 30 events, such as an exhibition on innovation and digital transformation achievements, a programme to call on investment and a scientific conference on high-level policy on startup, innovation and digital transformation.
The events saw the attendance of many experts and scientists from various sectors, enterprises and localities throughoutVietnam and abroad.
The week aims to promote innovation and digital transformation, which is one of the important factors contributing to the common development of the overall development of the innovative startup ecosystem in Vietnam.
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Visitors experience digital transformation products at the 2022 WHISE. (Photo: VNA) |
Addressing the opening ceremony, Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Duong Anh Duc, said along with the trend of the 4th industrial revolution, innovation and digital transformation activities have been promoted rapidly in many countries, contributing to creating a premise for the formation of the digital economy.
Ho Chi Minh City issued Directive No. 17-CT/TU, dated August 27, 2022, on promoting digital transformation anddeveloping itself into a smart city, he added.
In particular, the city will focus on key tasks, such as improving digital transformation capacity, developing digital infrastructureand digital platforms, building a digital government and promoting a digital economy.
