Emphasis on ASEAN Science and Technology Cooperation at COSTI-90 Session
Minister Vu Hai Quan stated at the COSTI-90 plenary session that ASEAN countries need to move science and technology cooperation from information sharing to joint solutions.
The ninetieth plenary session of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation has opened. Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan emphasized that regional cooperation must evolve from sharing information to jointly generating solutions in order to tackle global challenges.
COSTI-90 Plenary Session Opens
The ninetieth plenary session of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation officially opened on the afternoon of October 14. The meeting emphasized the need to enhance regional cooperation.
Steps to be taken to overcome global challenges and implement the goals of the ASEAN Vision 2045 were discussed at the event.
Global Transformations and New Technologies
Cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, advanced computing, space technology, biotechnology, and quantum technology are rising strongly.
Alongside these groundbreaking opportunities, the region faces international challenges such as climate change and health security.
AMMSTI-22 and the New Action Plan
The conference took place at a critical time, immediately following the 22nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology, and Innovation in Vientiane, Laos.
This process marks the official first year of implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action on Science, Technology, and Innovation 2026-2035.
Call for a New Transformation in Cooperation
Minister Vu Hai Quan stated that regional cooperation must make a transition from mere information sharing to jointly co-creating solutions.
Vietnam's strong commitment to regional cooperation mechanisms was reiterated once again during this process, and the importance of partnerships was emphasized.