- Bilateral talks were held between Vietnamese ministries to support a joint research centre focusing on quantum, nuclear, and AI.
- Vietnamese institutions, including VAST and USTH, agreed to cooperate on nuclear science and new energy.
Conference on Nuclear Power Development Held in Khánh Hòa Province
What happened
A conference regarding nuclear power development was held in Khánh Hòa on September 21, 2026. The event was jointly organized by the Commission for Publicity, the Ministry of Science and Technology, and the Khánh Hòa Province. Officials stated that nuclear power is a strategic priority for ensuring national energy security and supporting low-carbon economic growth in Việt Nam. The discussion focused on the country's plans to revive nuclear power projects, including Ninh Thuận 1 and 2.
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Why it matters
Officials noted that the goal is to achieve a high-income economy by 2045, requiring a shift toward a cleaner, lower-emission energy system. Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Lê Xuân Định stated that stable, large-scale electricity is a key foundation for industrialization, modernization, and digital transformation. A working group was established to address issues related to land clearance for these projects.
Vietnamese institutions, including VAST and USTH, have been discussing cooperation on nuclear science and new energy.
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Who's involved
- Khánh HòaHost province for the nuclear power projects Ninh Thuận 1 and 2.
- Ministry of Science and TechnologyGovernment agency involved in the conference on nuclear power.
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The entities involved
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Khánh Hòa
province of Vietnam
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Ministry of Science and Technology
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