South Korea to discuss nuclear technology transfer with Vietnam

Vietnamese Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan met with South Korean Minister of Trade, Industry and Resources Kim Jung Kwan in Seoul on September 30 to discuss strategic cooperation in high-tech sectors. A primary focus of the discussions was nuclear energy, which Vietnam has prioritized in its development strategy through 2035 with a long-term vision to 2050.

Vietnam is seeking South Korean expertise in building institutional and regulatory frameworks, advanced nuclear technology, and domestic supply chain development. The two nations also discussed workforce training through specialized courses and staff exchanges to ensure safe and sustainable operations. Minister Kim expressed South Korea's readiness to transfer technology to Vietnam, specifically mentioning potential cooperation on the Ninh Thuan 2 nuclear power project.

Beyond nuclear energy, the ministers discussed the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing and the importance of technological capacity and corporate determination in the sector.