Vietnam's Scientific and Technological Cooperation with the US and Canada

General Secretary and President To Lam is conducting engagements to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, hold bilateral talks in the US, and pay an official visit to Canada at the invitation of Governor General Louise Arbour.

Scope and Purpose of the Visit

General Secretary and President To Lam is carrying out working visits to the United States and Canada from September 20 to 25, engaging in international contacts.

This visit highlights the country's efforts to enhance international cooperation in the fields of science, technology, innovation, and human resource development.

Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the US

Relations with the United States are currently conducted within the framework of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, holding significant potential areas in this context.

Semiconductors, artificial intelligence, data, digital infrastructure, quantum technology, and advanced materials stand out among the primary areas that can add great value to cooperation.

Deepening Relations with Canada

Following more than 50 years of diplomatic relations with Canada, the goal is to deepen partnerships in areas such as trade, investment, energy, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence.

Clean technology, agriculture, and education are also among the other key sectors where strengthening partnerships between the two countries is targeted.

Strengthening Intellectual Networks

These official visits lay the groundwork for expanding the network of connections with Vietnamese intellectuals and research organizations in the US and Canada.

These established ties are directly channeled toward the country's development needs, serving strategic goals in the new era.