On the afternoon of October 16, the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee held a signing ceremony in Dong Hoi Ward for a cooperation agreement with FPT Corporation on science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, education, and training for the 2026–2030 period.
Attending the ceremony were Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong, Alternate Member of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, and Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee; Mr. Hoang Nam, Member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; and representatives of relevant provincial departments, agencies, and organizations.
Representing FPT were Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa, CEO of FPT Corporation, and members of the company's delegation.
Overview of the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.Under the agreement, the two parties will cooperate in five key areas: digital transformation in culture, sports, and tourism; comprehensive digital transformation; education and high-quality workforce development; connections with international partners in semiconductors and green data centers; and research into unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) applications.
In digital transformation, the two parties will jointly research and develop the province's comprehensive digital transformation strategy, data strategy, and related mechanisms and policies. Cooperation will also focus on improving the province's Digital Transformation Index (DTI), Public Administration Reform Index (PAR Index), and Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI), as well as developing digital infrastructure and data resources.
The partnership will also explore solutions for developing digital government, the digital economy, digital society, and smart cities while ensuring cybersecurity and information security.
Provincial leaders attend the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.The two parties will collaborate on developing a project for the digital transformation and development of Quang Tri's culture, sports, and tourism sectors for 2026–2035, with a vision toward 2045.
This includes establishing and operating a digital repository of cultural, sports, and tourism assets; digitizing historical sites, museums, and tourist destinations; and developing cultural industries, smart tourism, and local economic activities to generate additional provincial revenue beyond conventional tourism services.
In education and training, the two parties will jointly research and propose projects involving multi-level general education complexes and vocational training facilities. They will also promote digital skills training for government officials, civil servants, public employees, residents, and businesses.
In particular, both sides will work to accelerate the implementation of the FPT Education Complex project in Dong Hoi Ward and consider identifying suitable land for a proposed multi-level general education school in the Dong Ha Ward area.
Mr. Hoang Nam, Standing Vice Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee, speaks at the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.
An FPT Corporation representative delivers remarks at the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.
Representatives of provincial departments and agencies share their views at the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.In addition, FPT will support Quang Tri in connecting with international enterprises and investors to explore opportunities in semiconductor development and green data centers.
The two parties will also research UAV applications in high-tech agriculture, forest monitoring and protection, anti-smuggling operations, and logistics.
One proposed initiative involves testing a UAV transport route from the mainland to Con Co Special Zone, subject to approval by the competent authorities in accordance with applicable laws.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa, CEO of FPT Corporation, affirmed that FPT has had opportunities to work alongside Quang Tri in previous years.
With technological capabilities, artificial intelligence expertise, and international experience, FPT hopes to continue contributing to the province's next stage of development, particularly toward achieving double-digit economic growth.
He emphasized the importance of starting with practical initiatives: helping local authorities better serve residents, enabling businesses to develop more effectively, and applying technology to the province's key economic sectors.
Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa, CEO of FPT Corporation, speaks at the meeting. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong, Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee, emphasized that, in implementing the Politburo's Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, the province has identified science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation as key priorities and breakthrough drivers for improving governance capabilities and promoting socioeconomic development.
In recent years, the province has continued maintaining and upgrading digital infrastructure, shared platforms, and data connectivity and sharing systems. The application of technology in public administration and administrative procedure processing has also been accelerated.
However, challenges remain in human resources, infrastructure, equipment, and data, requiring new approaches to implementation.
The Chairman expressed hope that FPT's technological and educational capabilities, experience, and partner network would help address the province's specific challenges, strengthen the capabilities of the local workforce, and create additional development opportunities for businesses and residents in Quang Tri.
Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong, Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee, delivers concluding remarks at the signing ceremony. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.Regarding the FPT Education Complex project in Dong Hoi Ward, Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong requested that provincial departments and agencies, within their respective responsibilities, apply a “24-hour fast-track” mechanism and coordinate with FPT Corporation to resolve obstacles, accelerate implementation, and bring the project into operation as soon as possible.
The province aims to enable the education complex to begin student enrollment in September 2027.
Regarding the proposed investment in a multi-level general education school in Dong Ha Ward, the province expressed support and committed to creating favorable conditions for the investor.
On cooperation in the digital transformation of culture, sports, and tourism, the Chairman considered the proposal feasible and well-positioned for implementation, given Quang Tri's extensive historical and cultural resources and tourism potential.
The province supports the initiative and has assigned the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism to lead and coordinate the project, with FPT invited to collaborate in completing the proposal.
The Chairman also provided guidance on cooperation in digital workforce training and development, comprehensive digital transformation, connecting with international partners to develop the semiconductor sector and green data centers, and researching UAV applications across different fields.
Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong, Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee, and representatives of FPT Corporation sign the cooperation agreement. Photo: Quang Tri Newspaper.On behalf of the provincial leadership, Mr. Bui Hoang Phuong thanked FPT Corporation for the company's interest and cooperation. He requested that provincial departments and agencies continue proposing initiatives and working with FPT to develop implementation plans that translate the agreement into concrete activities.
He also expressed the expectation that future cooperation would have clearly defined objectives and deliver tangible results.
The Chairman affirmed that the province would closely oversee implementation, promptly address matters within provincial authority, and create a favorable, transparent environment for business cooperation and investment.
Following agreement on the cooperation priorities, representatives of the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee and FPT Corporation signed the 2026–2030 cooperation agreement, establishing a framework for jointly implementing programs and initiatives in science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, education, and training.
The partnership is expected to create new momentum for Quang Tri's development.