Smart city

AIC presented the 12 important parts to apply technological solutions, along with proper operation instructions, so that all districts in HCMC are able to prepare investment plans, adapt these methods locally. The company also suggested the HCMC People’s Committee to select one specific district to pilot the new smart city model. Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee Tran Vinh Tuyen requested that all districts quickly adjust the proposed solutions to their own needs while preparing sufficient investment for the 12 parts to form a smart city above no later than October 31. Even though many agencies in HCMC have achieved impressive results in implementing technology in administration, there is a need for these applications to become more synchronous so that they are truly an effective tool for urban management. In addition, the local investment and implementation of any technological solution should be in accordance with the common smart city frame of HCMC. All … [Read more...] about Smart city building needing synchronous link to urban common system

A birdview of Da Nang from Vo Nguyen Giap street  Da Nang boasts high potential to become a leading smart city in the country, said Pham The Truong, General Director of Microsoft Vietnam at a conference in the city on September 26. The city has opened its door to technology investors, he said, adding that in the future, Microsoft will work with DaNang in various technology sectors, contributing to the city’s road towards becoming a smart city. Initially, Microsoft will install a programme to protect children on the internet and support the training of teachers in Da Nang. In the future, the firm will pilot smart solutions in the city, while continuing to invest in technology and share experience with Da Nang, said Truong. Nguyen Quang Thanh, Director of the Da Nang Department of Information and Communications, said the city hopes to partner with Microsoft in education, health, technology and especially data collection and analysis. He expressed … [Read more...] about Da Nang seeks solutions towards smart city goal

Urban areas north of the Red River can be revitalised through smart city concepts In the Fourth Industrial Revolution era, investing in smart cities is not only a trend but also a new drive for developing urban areas. Already many countries in the ASEAN bloc have announced ambitious plans. Besides the pioneering Singapore, Myanmar and the Philippines are also building high-tech green cities with unmanned vehicles, and robots. Elsewhere, Thailand has the goal of creating 100 smart cities by 2022. In Hanoi this week, a smart city project will be officially implemented, marking the start of building an e-government in the capital city. According to Nguyen Thi Nga, president of project investor BRG Group, when completed, the smart city will create a highlight for the space and architecture of the gateway to the capital, creating a driving force to develop urban areas in the north of the Red River, creating many jobs, and contributing to the socio-economic development of Hanoi. Over the … [Read more...] about New drive in smart city development

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (C) attends at the groundbreaking ceremony of the first smart city project in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the first smart city project in Hanoi, the largest of its kind nationwide, in the capital’s suburban Dong Anh district on October 6, with the participation of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc. The project worth nearly 4.2 billion USD is invested in by Vietnam’s BRG Group and Japan’s Sumitomo Group, and covers 272 hectares. It is based on the smart urban planning scheme of Nhat Tan-Noi Bai axis which is over 11km long, and divided into five phases which are expected to be fully completed by 2028. The highlight of this project will be a 108-storey financial tower. Investors have the ambition of turning this place into a financial centre of Vietnam and Southeast Asia as a whole. A multifunctional smart monitoring and warning system will be installed to keep track of the quality air … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking ceremony for first smart city project in Hanoi

A corner of HCM City (Photo: VNA)   Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - In efforts to embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution, cities and provinces in Vietnam are pushing smart city programmes, combining technology with internet-connected devices to enhance municipal management and economy. Smart cities, with new technologies and integration based on sensor collection and analysis of data, are expected to drive economic, environmental and social benefits in many cities and provinces in Vietnam – optimising traffic flows in real time, reducing energy consumption and automating waste management. However, despite the countless benefits of smart city projects, major cities including Hanoi and HCM City, which are pioneering in this field, are facing difficulties and challenges when it comes to deployment due to city-specific requirements and needs of new policies and regulations from the Government and relevant sectors. Speaking at the Industry 4.0 summit held in Hanoi last week, Vice … [Read more...] about Smart city challenges Gov’t, localities