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Quantum technology is rapidly transitioning from basic research to applications in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, finance, logistics, energy, healthcare, and materials science, while becoming one of the world's strategic competitive fields.

In Vietnam, Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo identifies science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation as key drivers for rapid and sustainable growth.

Concurrently, Decision No. 21/2026/QĐ-TTg of the Prime Minister has included "Cybersecurity and Quantum" in the list of strategic technologies, in which quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing are prioritized as strategic technological products.

In recent directives, General Secretary and President To Lam has continued to emphasize the requirement to develop quantum technology with a strategic, long-term mindset, considering it one of the vital areas to create a foundation for scientific, technological, and innovative development, enhancing competitiveness and ensuring national autonomy.

This trend shows that competition in quantum technology is not only about research and technological capacity but also about human resources, infrastructure, innovation ecosystems, and the ability to translate knowledge into new products and industries.

For Vietnam, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity to develop an ecosystem, strengthen international cooperation, train high-quality human resources, and gradually master core technologies.

In this context, the National Innovation Center (NIC) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, in coordination with the People's Committee of Gia Lai Province and the Vietnam Quantum Technology Innovation and Expert Network (VNQuantum), recently organized the Opening Ceremony of the Final Round of the International Hackathon on Quantum Computing for Social Impact 2026 (QC4SG 2026), with the support of domestic and international partners.

The Opening Ceremony of the Final Round of the International Hackathon on Quantum Computing for Social Impact 2026 (QC4SG 2026) on July 24.

The program is organized to connect scientists, corporations, experts, startups, and young talents both domestically and internationally to develop quantum technology solutions for socio-economic goals. More than just an academic playground, the competition is designed under the "training – mentoring – investment connection – incubation" model, aiming to develop ideas into applicable and commercializable projects.

After nearly six months of global launch, the competition has attracted over 500 registrations from 30 countries and territories, marking the largest scale in the region to date. The Organizing Committee has selected the 27 most outstanding teams, with nearly 100 contestants, to participate in the final round in Gia Lai under the guidance of approximately 50 domestic and international experts and mentors.

From July 24 to 28, 2026, the teams will participate in a series of intensive training sessions, technical mentoring, solution development, and product demonstrations before the Jury at Demo Day.

In parallel, the VNQuantum Dealroom will connect teams, research groups, and startups with enterprises, investment funds, and technology partners to promote research cooperation, investment, and the commercialization of potential solutions.

After the final round, NIC and VNQuantum will continue to nurture potential projects until the end of 2026, focusing on supporting technology refinement, business model development, and connecting with enterprises, investment funds, and domestic and international partners to gradually bring research results into practice.

Gradually mastering technology and building competitiveness with Vietnamese intellect.

Speaking at the Opening Ceremony, former Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung assessed that the gathering of scientists, experts, and young talents from many countries in Vietnam to solve quantum technology problems is a testament to Vietnam's aspiration to proactively participate in pioneering technology fields.

Former Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung.

The former Deputy Prime Minister acknowledged the core connecting role of the National Innovation Center (NIC), highly appreciated the determination of Gia Lai province in hosting the Gia Lai Quantum Year 2026, and recognized the contributions of VNQuantum and the International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and Education (ICISE) in developing the ecosystem and quantum technology research community in Vietnam.

According to the former Deputy Prime Minister, quantum technology is opening up breakthrough opportunities in many fields, while the competition for quantum is not only about technology but also about human resources, research capacity, and the innovation ecosystem.

"Vietnam must proactively participate early, gradually master technology, and build competitiveness with Vietnamese intellect," the former Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

The competition focuses on applying quantum computing to solve challenges in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, logistics, finance, energy, agriculture, healthcare, and sustainable development.

These are problems built from the practical needs of businesses and society, aiming to encourage teams to develop applicable solutions, contributing to the realization of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Vo Xuan Hoai, Deputy Director of the National Innovation Center, said that quantum technology is developing strongly and becoming an important foundation for many strategic technology industries.

To participate in the global value chain, Vietnam needs to synchronously develop basic science, human resources, application problems, and cooperation between the State, enterprises, institutes, universities, and international partners. He affirmed that the competition is not only a technology playground but also a platform for connecting training, research, incubation, and investment, contributing to the development of Vietnam's quantum technology ecosystem.

Mr. Vo Xuan Hoai, Deputy Director of the National Innovation Center.

Specifically in the quantum field, NIC has sponsored the establishment of the Vietnam Quantum Technology Innovation and Expert Network (VNQuantum), creating a platform to connect the research community, businesses, and international partners, contributing to the gradual formation of a quantum technology ecosystem in Vietnam.

Delivering welcoming remarks at the event, Mr. Lam Hai Giang, Member of the Provincial Party Committee, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Gia Lai Province, affirmed that hosting the Gia Lai Quantum Year 2026 and the final round of the competition demonstrates the locality's determination to accompany the Government and the National Innovation Center in promoting the development of strategic technologies.

According to him, Gia Lai wishes to become a destination for science, technology, and innovation activities; attracting scientists, technology enterprises, and high-quality human resources, thereby contributing to promoting the development of the knowledge economy and local innovation.