Ho Chi Minh City seeked solutions to the problem of mobilizing social resources for science and technology
The Austrian Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr. Philipp Agathonos, emphasized the Austrian Government's interest in international cooperation, especially in the field of science and technology.
Overview of the discussion
He highly appreciated the role of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology in promoting the city's innovative startup ecosystem, as well as research activities, considering this a foundation for expanding effective cooperation opportunities between the two countries.
Mr. Philipp Agathonos also shared that Austria is a pioneer in building a smart city model. Their initiatives focus on heritage preservation, tourism development, improving public services, enhancing community participation and optimizing urban resources. According to him, the development goal is not only economic but also aims to improve the quality of life, through the application of technology in urban areas, environmental balance and digital data exploitation, along with creating a better living environment for people.
Furthermore, according to Mr. Philipp Agathonos, to be successful, the relationship between the “three houses” (State, enterprises, scientists) needs to be balanced and have a common voice. The State plays the role of “institutional architect”, not only providing funding but also building clear rules of the game, sharing risks, especially with highly innovative research. Promoting this tripartite cooperation will create market dynamics, support the development of scientific projects and bring knowledge into practical life in a sustainable way.