Australia-VietnamStrategicTechnologiesCentre

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Aligned with the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the Australia–Vietnam Strategic Technologies Centre is a landmark initiative driving collaboration in emerging technologies - starting with the transformative potential of 5G. The Centre aims to accelerate digital transformation, foster technological and industry innovation, and strengthen global cyber resilience.

MoST/MoIC Minister and delegation at UTS Tech Lab in 2023.

The Australia-Vietnam Strategic Technologies Centre

The Centre stands at the forefront of a new era in 5G/6G research, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, uniting experts from academia, industry, and government. Established through a partnership between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) it reflects a shared commitment to advancing technology and shaping secure, connected futures.

Located at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Hanoi, the Centre is a hub for innovation, policy leadership, and next-generation connectivity solutions.  

A Strategic Industry Partnership

With Nokia — a global leader in 5G/6G technologies — as its founding industry partner, the Centre bridges cutting-edge research with real-world applications. It empower key sectors such as

• Healthcare

• Manufacturing

• Energy

• Transport

• Agriculture

Beyond research, the initiative also fosters people-to-people connections, enabling collaboration between academics, industry innovators, and policymakers to shape a future where technological excellence and partnership drive shared prosperity.

Vision and Key Initiatives

The Centre is more than a research institution — it’s a platform for innovation, collaboration, and inclusive technological leadership. Focus areas include AI, semiconductors, cybersecurity, and quantum technologies, underpinned by diversity and sustainability.

Upcoming initiatives include:

• 5G Scholarships for outstanding Vietnamese students

• Strategic Technology Seed Funding Grants for breakthrough research

• Women in Technology Mentorship Program to empower the next generation of female leaders in STEM

Key Activities:

• Establishing the Australia–Vietnam Strategic Technologies Centre in Hanoi, with support from DFAT and MoST/MoIC.

• Developing 5G/6G applications and use cases that serve mutual interests in sustainable, secure, and cyber-safe innovation.

• Engaging industry, government, and education partners to showcase strategic technologies and foster bilateral business opportunities.

Key Partners​:

• University of Technology Sydney (UTS): Australian lead for governance and delivery
• Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST): Policy-making and regulatory leadership
• Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT): Vietnam’s leading university in 5G/6G technologies
• Nokia: Global pioneer in 5G/6G, delivering practical solutions across multiple sectors

Our Research

Our Labs

Scholarships and Seed Grants Opportunities

Industry and Government Engagement/Training Workshops

Organisation

Downloads

AVST Call for ProposalPDF, 269.02 KB

AVST Workshop and Scholarship AwardsPDF, 494.46 KB