National Conference AI4Industry 2025: Advancing artificial intelligence, Shaping the future of Vietnam’s industry

In the context of the sweeping transformations brought about by the Fourth Industrial Revolution, artificial intelligence (AI) has risen as a fundamental driver of transformative progress. In response to this global momentum, the National Scientific Conference "AI Applications in Industry" – AI4Industry 2025 was held at Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) on September 18–19, 2025.

Overview of the conference

The conference functioned as a distinguished academic platform, convening eminent policymakers, scholars, experts, and industry leaders to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and explore pioneering solutions aimed at advancing AI adoption and fostering sustainable growth within Vietnam’s industrial sector.

In the opening address, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Dong, Vice Rector of Hanoi University of Industry, emphasized the indispensable role of artificial intelligence in advancing the nation’s socio-economic development. He stressed that the organization of AI4Industry 2025 reflects HaUI’s strong commitment to working alongside the Government in implementing key development agendas, while at the same time reaffirming the University’s dedication to promoting innovation, research, and technology transfer.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Dong, Vice Rector of Hanoi University of Industry, delivered the opening remarks

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Dong further noted that the conference is closely aligned with the objectives of the National Strategy on AI Research, Development, and Application to 2030, issued under Decision No. 127/QD-TTg on January 26, 2021, thereby contributing to Vietnam’s long-term vision for industrial modernization and sustainable growth.

The Organizing Committee presented Certificates of Merit to individuals with outstanding contributions

Speaking at the event, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Thuy, President of the Vietnam Informatics Association and Chairman of FISU Vietnam, underscored AI4Industry 2025 as a pivotal milestone in advancing AI integration within industrial production. He affirmed that artificial intelligence serves as both a driving force for digital transformation and Industry 4.0, and as a strategic technology prioritized by the Party and the Government to foster national development.

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Thuy, President of the Vietnam Informatics Association and Chairman of FISU Vietnam

The program was comprehensively structured to address the most critical issues surrounding the application of AI in industry. The Keynote Session, co-chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Thu Lam, Vice President and Secretary General of FISU Vietnam, and Dr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, featured thought-provoking presentations from distinguished experts.

Dr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Thu Lam, Vice President and Secretary General of FISU Vietnam

Prof. Le Thi Hoai An (University of Lorraine & HaUI) delivered an in-depth overview entitled 'AI in Industry: From Global Experiences to Vietnam’s Practices,' analyzing successful international models and deriving key lessons for Vietnam.

Dr. Nguyen Thanh Tuyen, former Deputy Director General of the ICT Industry Department under the Ministry of Science and Technology, presented on "Policies and Strategies to Foster AI in Vietnam’s Industry", outlining national orientations and state-level support mechanisms

Representatives from VNPT Technology and FPT Software shared practical perspectives on both the opportunities and the challenges of integrating AI into industrial production

A highlight of the program was the high-level panel discussion on "AI Applications in Industry: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions," moderated by Dr. Dang Trong Hop, Headmaster of School of Information and Communications Technology, HaUI. The panel convened prominent experts, including Dr. Nguyen Quan, President of the Vietnam Automation Association and former Minister of Science and Technology; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Thuy, President of the Vietnam Informatics Association; Dr. Nguyen Thanh Tuyen – former Deputy Director General of the ICT Industry Department; and Mr. Nguyen Viet Bang – Vice President of VNPT Technology.

The discussion provided a critical and forward-looking analysis of pressing issues, ranging from the development of a robust data ecosystem and the cultivation of highly skilled human resources to the establishment of legal and institutional frameworks conducive to innovation. These deliberations were closely aligned with the orientations set forth in Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW (December 22, 2024) of the Politburo, which emphasizes breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as drivers of national progress.

The panel discussion on the theme “AI Applications in Industry: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions"

The four specialized sessions were structured around critical thematic areas: (i) artificial intelligence in industrial automation and robotics; (ii) AI applications in smart manufacturing and quality control; (iii) AI training and capacity building for industrial production; and (iv) AI-driven solutions and models tailored for industrial applications.

Complementing the academic discussions, AI4Industry 2025 also introduced an AI Hackathon/Challenge that provided students with a dynamic platform to transform theoretical knowledge into practical solutions. Among the highlighted tasks was the application of computer vision to detect product defects, an area widely regarded as one of the most transformative uses of AI in manufacturing. The competition not only encouraged creativity and problem-solving among young innovators but also fostered meaningful connections between academia and industry.

AI4Industry 2025 has emerged as an influential platform that generates ideas, fosters collaboration, and inspires innovation. It affirms Hanoi University of Industry’s pioneering role in education, research, and technology transfer, while at the same time conveying the collective aspiration of Vietnam’s scientific and technological community to advance artificial intelligence as a cornerstone of a smart, efficient, and sustainable industrial future, thereby strengthening the nation’s position within the global value chain.