Viettel, Vietnam’s largest mobile network operator, has announced ambitious plans to deploy the most advanced 5G Massive MIMO (multi-antenna) technology across the country, ensuring equal access to technology for all citizens and bridging the digital divide. * Viettel aims to deliver high-performance 5G services, paving the way for next-generation digital services and contributing 30% of Vietnam’s GDP by 2030. * The company has successfully developed and mastered its own 5G core network technology, positioning it as a leading innovator in technology development. * Viettel High Tech, the group’s R&D and high-tech manufacturing arm, will be responsible for developing and implementing this technology. Viettel’s self-reliant 5G network is not only a technological achievement but also a strategic move to strengthen its position in the market. By developing its own 5G core network technology, Viettel can reduce its reliance on foreign vendors and promote flexibility and openness in network architecture.
| Key Benefits of Viettel’s Self-Reliant 5G Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| Reduced Reliance on Foreign Vendors | Increased Flexibility and Openness in Network Architecture | Improved Control Over Hardware and Software |
Viettel is taking its next step towards 5G Advanced and 6G over the next five years, further solidifying its position as a leader in the telecoms and information technology sectors. “Viettel is committed to using its technology to drive growth and development in Vietnam,” said Julian Gorman, GSMA’s Head of Asia-Pacific. “This event marks an important step in that direction, as we work together to create a modern, sustainable digital ecosystem for Vietnam.”
The GSMA Digital Nation Summit provided a platform for industry leaders to discuss the future of telecommunications and digital transformation in Vietnam. Representatives from Viettel Cyber Security and Viettel IDC held discussions with GSMA, LG, Nokia, and Ericsson on cutting-edge technology solutions and policy contributions in areas such as cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. In the spirit of collaboration and innovation, the GSMA has established a series of regional initiatives to drive digital transformation. Industry leaders from Vietnam and the region gathered at the summit to share knowledge and expertise, with a focus on creating a modern, sustainable digital ecosystem for Vietnam. Viettel is already making significant contributions to the country’s digital economy, and its vision for a digital Vietnam is an exciting development for the future of the country. Viettel has set its sights on 5G Advanced and 6G over the next five years, a move that will further solidify its position as a leader in the telecoms and information technology sectors. The GSMA Digital Nation Summit marked an important milestone in the journey towards a digital Vietnam, with Viettel playing a key role in the country’s digital transformation. By developing its own 5G core network technology and exploring Open RAN technology, Viettel is taking the first steps towards a more sustainable and modern digital ecosystem. Viettel is committed to using its technology to drive growth and development in Vietnam, and its vision for a digital Vietnam is an exciting development for the future of the country. By working together with industry leaders and partners, Viettel is confident that it can create a modern, sustainable digital ecosystem for Vietnam. “Viettel deserves a louder voice in the global industry,” said Julian Gorman, GSMA’s Head of Asia-Pacific. “This event marks the first step in that direction, as we work together to create a modern, sustainable digital ecosystem for Vietnam.”
The GSMA Digital Nation Summit was a significant event in the journey towards a digital Vietnam, with Viettel playing a key role in the country’s digital transformation. Viettel’s vision for a digital Vietnam is a significant step forward for the country’s digital economy. The company’s commitment to developing its own 5G core network technology and exploring Open RAN technology will help to drive growth and development in Vietnam, creating a modern, sustainable digital ecosystem for the country. Viettel is taking its first steps towards 5G Advanced and 6G over the next five years, a move that will further solidify its position as a leader in the telecoms and information technology sectors. The summit was a significant event in the journey towards a digital Vietnam, with Viettel playing a key role in the country’s digital transformation. The summit marked an important milestone in the journey towards a digital Vietnam, with Viettel playing a key role in the country’s digital transformation. The GSMA is a global body representing over 750 mobile operators and 400 technology companies across the mobile ecosystem. Through its three core pillars – Connectivity for Good, Industry Services & Solutions, and Outreach – the GSMA advocates for its members and drives progress by hosting the world’s largest tech events, including MWC and M360, and promoting forward-thinking policy and technological advancement. The GSMA Digital Nation Summit was a significant event in the journey towards a digital Vietnam, with Viettel playing a key role in the country’s digital transformation.
