National Innovation Centre launches AI training initiative

The launch of the 'AI for all' initiative

The initiative consists of two modules named AI Aware and AI Appreciate, to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to adapt to a world where AI is becoming increasingly prevalent, as well as preparing a workforce and a society for the AI-driven future.

At the launch ceremony, Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc emphasised the role of AI in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, enhancing production capacity, improving the country's competitiveness, and contributing to sustainable development. The government sees this trend and has provided numerous policies to push research and development and adoption of AI.

“Given the rapid development of AI, the implementation of "AI for all" at this time is crucial, and directly addresses the urgent and practical need for learning, disseminating AI knowledge, and enhancing AI application skills across government agencies, socio-political organisations, businesses, and the public as a whole,” she emphasised.

Sarah Kemp, vice president of Intel Corporation's international government affairs, said that AI plays an important role in the way people work, live, and create. "We are proud to help Vietnam to boost AI application, and equip Vietnamese citizens to improve themselves in the AI era. By opening up opportunities for people to access AI knowledge, we can prepare for each individual to enter the future labour market, and build an environment of learning and innovation, contributing to the development of Vietnam's digital economy," she said.

Vietnam is embarking on an ambitious digital transformation journey, aiming to rank among the top four ASEAN nations in AI research and development by 2030.

Additionally, Vietnam’s AI market is projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2030, with an annual growth rate of 15.8 per cent. The country currently ranks 39th out of 139 countries and territories in the AI Readiness Index. The number of AI startups in Vietnam has surged from just 60 in 2021 to 278 in 2024.

“For these reasons, Vietnam has the potential to become a leading AI nation. With strong collaboration, targeted education, and a forward-thinking digital mindset, I am confident that Vietnam will not only reach the top four in ASEAN for AI development, but also emerge as a global AI powerhouse,” Kemp emphasised.

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