VNEAT Welcomes Delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology in Taipei on April 7, 2025
On April 7, 2025, the Vietnamese Experts Association in Taiwan (VNEAT) had the honor of welcoming a delegation from the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) of Vietnam during their official visit to Taipei. The visit aimed to strengthen connections between Vietnamese experts in Taiwan and government agencies in Vietnam, while also promoting science and technology collaboration between the two sides.
Members of the Vietnamese delegation included: Mr. Nguyễn Hữu Hưng – Head of the Network of Vietnamese Science and Technology Representatives Abroad, Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST); Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huỳnh Đăng Chính – Vice President of Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST); and Mr. Phạm Minh Tiến – Chief Science and Technology Representative of Vietnam in Taipei.
Representing VNEAT were Chairman Dr. Phung Van Bang, and other core members of the association.
As part of the visit, VNEAT arranged a field trip for the delegation to the Earthquake Early Warning Center, under the Central Weather Administration (CWA) of Taiwan, a world-class facility renowned for its advanced earthquake monitoring and disaster warning capabilities.
Learning from Taiwan’s Advanced Earthquake Early Warning System
Taiwan experiences an extremely high frequency of seismic activity, with hundreds of minor tremors (below magnitude 4) daily, and hundreds of significant earthquakes (above magnitude 5) annually. Given these conditions, Taiwan has developed one of the most advanced earthquake early warning systems in the region, offering vital lessons in disaster preparedness.
The system utilizes a network of over 3,000 seismic monitoring stations located both onshore and offshore, enabling real-time detection and analysis of seismic activities. When an earthquake occurs, primary (P) waves, which travel faster but cause minimal damage, are detected first. This enables the system to automatically calculate and issue warnings before the arrival of secondary (S) waves, which move slower but cause much more destruction.
Thanks to this technology, citizens receive automatic alerts via mobile text messages, and key institutions such as schools and hospitals are immediately notified, allowing time to activate safety protocols and reduce casualties and damage. The warning system typically provides a 10~15 second head start, which can be life-saving during a major quake.
Strengthening Strategic Partnerships in Science and Innovation
Following the technical tour, the delegation visited the TMU AIBioMed Lab at Taipei Medical University, where they met with Vietnamese experts currently working in the fields of biomedical research and artificial intelligence.
The meeting focused on critical topics, including:
- Policy recommendations for mobilizing overseas Vietnamese experts to contribute to the development of science and technology in Vietnam;
- Research and practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across key sectors;
- Collaborative opportunities between VNEAT experts, the Ministry of Science and Technology, and Hanoi University of Science and Technology to promote technology transfer, joint research, and high-quality human resource development.
This visit marks a significant step in enhancing international cooperation and knowledge exchange between Vietnamese institutions and the global expert community. VNEAT remains committed to acting as a strategic bridge between Vietnamese professionals in Taiwan and domestic stakeholders, contributing to Vietnam’s sustainable development and innovation ecosystem.
