Hanoi, Vietnam – October 17-18, 2023 – In celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Vietnam, the French Embassy in Vietnam (Ambassade de France au Vietnam) and the French Institute in Vietnam hosted the “Forum Horizon Innovation 5.0” event under the theme “Innovation for Sustainable Development” on October 17-18, 2023.
The Forum Horizon Innovation 5.0 marks a new era of France-Vietnam cooperation, with a strong focus on innovative initiatives to address global challenges such as equitable energy transition and the educational efforts necessary to empower future generations to find opportunities and solutions.
Moreover, the forum provided a platform for sharing and exchanging knowledge and experiences on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, while fostering connections with experts and investors both domestically and internationally.
The event attracted prominent organizations and enterprises, including Airbus, VinIF Innovation Fund, Schneider Electric, Institut de recherche pour le développement (IRD), Gameloft, BK Holdings, VTC Academy, Vietnam Airlines, and Vegastar Group, among others.
The forum featured two main activities: a seminar and an exhibition. During the conference, six key topics on the challenges of technical and green innovation were discussed from the perspective of leading business owners, experts, and researchers.
As one of the keynote speakers this year, Le Thanh Huong, President of Vegastar Group, shared insights on “Space and Geospatial Solutions/Services in Response to Climate Change.”
This collaborative forum underscored the commitment of both Vietnam and France to fostering innovation and sustainable development through knowledge exchange and partnerships.
Here are some highlights from the event:
