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Vietnam addresses nuclear power workforce shortages
Vietnam is addressing critical human resource shortages required for its long-term nuclear power development. Under Decision No. 1012/QD-TTg, the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power plant will require approximately 1,920 personnel, while Ninh Thuan 2 will need about 1,980 by 2033 and 2035, respectively.
Decision No. 893/QD-TTg aims to ensure that by 2030, all state management personnel at central and local levels are fully trained. Furthermore, at least 50% of the staff at the national radiation and nuclear safety regulatory agency must possess the skills necessary for legislation, inspection, and safety oversight.
Despite these mandates, the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute (VINATOM) faces significant hurdles. The institute currently has only about 10 experts capable of teaching nuclear-related subjects, most of whom are approaching retirement age. Training programs also struggle with insufficient specialized facilities and equipment. To overcome these domestic limitations, Vietnam is looking toward international cooperation, including partnerships with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and established nuclear institutions abroad, to train and dispatch officials for specialized internships and expertise.
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Duong Thanh Tung · International Atomic Energy Agency · Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant · Ninh Thuan 2 Nuclear Power Plant · Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute
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- [● 3 SOURCES] At least 50% of personnel at the national radiation and nuclear safety regulatory agency must be capable of drafting legislation and overseeing safety. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Decision No. 1012/QD-TTg sets human resource requirements for nuclear power development. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute has only about 10 experts capable of teaching, most of whom are nearing retirement. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Decision No. 893/QD-TTg aims to train and improve human resources for atomic energy state management, research, and technical support. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] The goal is for all central and local state management staff to be fully trained by 2030. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ninh Thuan 1 requires approximately 1,920 personnel and Ninh Thuan 2 requires approximately 1,980 personnel by 2033 and 2035. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Nuclear power training faces significant challenges regarding specialized lecturers and infrastructure. zh.vietnamplus.vn · en.vietnamplus.vn · fr.vietnamplus.vn