VNPT and Qualcomm cooperate strategically to establish an excellent technology research and development center

According to the agreement, VNPT and Qualcomm will cooperate comprehensively in many cutting-edge technology fields including: artificial intelligence (AI), new generation mobile networks 5G/6G, Internet of Things (IoT), edge computing, AI computing devices and new generation network devices.

VQEC is the focal point for implementing research activities, product development, technology transfer, training high-quality human resources and promoting the commercialization of technology solutions based on Qualcomm platforms, contributing to bringing Vietnam deeper into the global technology value chain.

These areas are all core technologies, playing a key role in VNPT's development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2035. Accessing and mastering these technologies not only helps VNPT improve its competitiveness, realize VNPT's strategic goals in the process of transforming from a telecommunications enterprise (Telco) to a digital technology enterprise (Techco), but also contributes to affirming Vietnam's position on the world technology map.

According to the plan, VQEC will officially launch in October 2025. This will be the first center in Vietnam to operate under the Original Design co-development model based on Qualcomm's core technology, with VNPT playing a leading role.

VQEC will become one of Qualcomm's Authorized Design Centers, representing the cooperation capacity between VNPT and Qualcomm in the global technology development network, and at the same time being an important connection point to help the domestic telecommunications industry participate more deeply in the international design and innovation value chain. With a central role, VQEC will gather intellectual, technological and creative resources from both corporations, creating an environment of continuous cooperation, creativity and innovation.

This is a strategic step, not only expanding the scale and depth of cooperation between VNPT and Qualcomm, but also helping VNPT directly participate in the entire value chain from original design, technology development, production to bringing products to market. This opens up opportunities for Vietnam to directly access the world's most advanced standards and technologies, while affirming its ability to master and deeply participate in the global technology industry.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, VNPT General Director Huynh Quang Liem affirmed: “VNPT is honored to have a cooperation agreement with Qualcomm, one of the world’s leading technology corporations, towards establishing the VNPT - Qualcomm Center of Excellence. Today’s event is not only a new development in the strategic cooperation between the two parties, but also a strategic step for VNPT in developing the group’s technology industry.”

The establishment of VQEC is considered a clear demonstration of VNPT's long-term vision, integration capacity and determination to act in order to achieve the goal of accessing global knowledge and technology, affirming VNPT's pioneering role in creating digital infrastructure and digital platforms. With Qualcomm's network and reputation, VQEC will be a bridge to bring Made in Vietnam products and technology solutions to the international market.

With a solid foundation of cooperation over many years, VNPT and Qualcomm have researched, developed and commercialized many technology products, especially new generation telecommunications equipment serving the construction of digital infrastructure in Vietnam. This cooperation not only continues previous successes but also elevates the relationship to a strategic level, opening a new phase with outstanding scale, depth and influence.

Through VQEC, the two sides will focus on developing globally competitive technology products, from design, testing to commercial deployment. At the same time, VQEC will play a role in training and developing a team of Vietnamese engineers capable of working in an international technology environment, contributing to building high-quality human resources for the digital technology industry.

The establishment of VQEC not only brings direct benefits to VNPT and Qualcomm but also has strategic significance for the Vietnamese technology industry. This is the first time a Vietnamese technology enterprise has taken a leading role in the original design co-development model with a global technology corporation right in Southeast Asia. This helps Vietnam enhance its position in the global technology value chain, while opening up opportunities for cooperation with the world's leading technology corporations.

This signing ceremony and the implementation of VQEC are also VNPT's concrete steps in line with the Government's orientation on science and technology development and innovation. With determination, capacity and strategic vision, VNPT and Qualcomm are laying the foundation for a long-term cooperation, creating technological breakthroughs, contributing positively to the development of the digital industry in Vietnam and the region.

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/vnpt-va-qualcomm-hop-tac-chien-luoc-thanh-lap-trung-tam-nghien-cuu-va-phat-trien-cong-nghe-xuat-sac-post808042.html