The Quảng Ngãi Union of Science and Technology Associations holds its first congress
Quảng NGãi, October 15 – The Quảng Ngãi Union of Science and Technology Associations held its first congress for the 2026–2031 tenure on Thursday, with the attendance of more than 150 delegates.
Attendees included Hồ Văn Niên, Member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee; Nguyễn Cao Phúc, Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Council; and Trần Phước Hiền, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, along with representatives of the Việt Nam Union of Science and Technology Associations.
The Congress reviewed the union’s performance during the previous tenure, highlighting its role in bringing together scientists and experts to provide policy consultancy, social criticism and assessment, conduct research, apply scientific advances and promote public understanding of science and technology.
By the time of the provincial merger, the union had 35 member associations and more than 27,000 members.
Its organisational network had expanded through the establishment of six sub-associations, 13 clubs and one consultancy and policy review board.
For the 2026–2031 tenure, the union aims to strengthen its organisation and mobilise intellectual resources to advance science and technology, innovation and digital transformation.
The union will also focus on green technologies, environmental protection and sustainable livelihoods, particularly in rural, mountainous and ethnic minority areas.
It plans to expand science communication through digital platforms and support innovation competitions to identify and nurture young talent.
The Congress elects a 56-member executive committee for the new tenure
The congress elected a 56-member executive committee for the new tenure, with public health expert Nguyễn Tấn Đức, a former Provincial Party Committee Member and Former Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Council, elected as its president.
On this occasion, the Việt Nam Union of Science and Technology Associations presented certificates of merit to one collective and two individuals for their achievements in 2024–2025.
The Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee also awarded certificates of merit to five collectives and nine individuals for their contributions during the 2020–2025 period.
The Congress called for stronger links between intellectuals, authorities, businesses and communities to ensure that scientific knowledge and technological innovation contribute more effectively to Quảng Ngãi’s rapid and sustainable development.
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