The largest and most authoritative ICT and Electronics events in Vietnam, namely Vietnam International Communications Summit & Expo 2009 ('Vietnam Comm 2009') and International Exhibition on Electronics Products in Vietnam 2009 ('Vietnam Electronics 2009') open today (18th November 2009) at Vietnam Exhibition & Fair Centre (VEFAC) in Hanoi. The twin expos are regarded as the perfect platform for industry professionals to grasp latest market intelligence and to source global quality technology, products and solutions under one roof during the 4-day shows. With extensive support from both local and overseas giant operators, multi-national renowned corporations as well as strong local demand for governmental systems upgrade, enterprises' modernization and manufacture's automation, the twin expos, together with the high-level summit undoubtedly become the annual "must-attend" events for industry professionals and experts.

Overseas Pavilions Demonstrate Top-Class Products and Solutions

Like past editions of the twin expos, Vietnam Comm/ Vietnam Electronics 2009 receive continuous support from a number of famous pavilion organizers including Singapore Industrial Automation Association (SIAA), CCPIT Electronics and Information Industry Sub-Council, China PTAC Communications Services Co., Ltd., and Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA). These pavilion organizers bring numerous notable enterprises from Singapore, China and Taiwan to demonstrate latest products and solutions which best fit the development need of Vietnam ICT and electronics market and at the same time can be widely applied to different sectors such as public utilities, health care, banking & finance, manufacturing, etc.

One of the breakthroughs this year is the presence of "French Pavilion", which is organized by Ambassade De France Au Vietnam Mission Economique (UBIFRANCE). UBIFRANCE brings a group of ICT solutions expert companies, showcasing their technology know-how and quality solutions in the twin expos. Leading-edge ICT solutions and products from "French Pavilion" include the 3D precision mapping technology for telecom industry from Infoterra, advanced battery products from SAFT, broadband communications and terminals from SAGEM, world's leading enterprise software solution from SAP, solution for interactive digital TV from HTTV-HIGH TECH TV, real-time management solution from Hit Value, telecom transaction management system from Eervglobasl, quality cables and specialized heating system from Acome and many more.

3G Related Exhibits and Solutions are Highlighted

The official announcement of 3G licenses this year and the recent launch of 3G services by local operators lead to a new wave of discussion and attention on 3G products, technologies and solutions deployment and application in Vietnam. Therefore, more relating exhibits will be showcased by exhibitors in the expos such as 3G/3.5G products/ technologies/ solutions, TV/ entertainment, content and applications, mobile commerce/ advertising, digital multimedia broadcasting, fixed mobile convergence, mobile broadband, internet, security, gaming and many more. The highlighted exhibit themes include "Valued-added Service & Messaging", "Mobile Navigation", "Emergency & Risk Communications", "Personal Digital & Accessories", "Electronics Manufacturing" and "Consumer Electronics".

High-Level Summit is Another Spotlighted Event during the 4-Day Shows

Held along with the expos, the concurrent summit is regarded as the most influential and effective platform for ICT professionals to grasp market news, exchange technology innovation and share business development experience on numerous featured ICT topics.

First day of the summit will kick off the high-level discussion under the main theme "Vietnam's ICT Development Now & Beyond and ICT Development Trend in the World". Representative from the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) will present the strategic plan and regulation policy for Vietnam's ICT development. Following that will be the presentation on "VNPT moving forwards NGN & 3G to enhance Customers' Utilities" by Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), the largest telecom operators in Vietnam. Furthermore, globally renowned operators, NTT DOCOMO will share its new approach to business and Orange France Telecom will share on development in partnership for emerging countries respectively. This session will be finished after the sharing of "ICT applications in Education, Vietnam" by the Ministry of Education and Training. More hot topics on technology innovations and applications for business and life will be discussed under sub-topics of "3G Mobile Broadband Services" and "Modern Enterprises Communications".

Second day of the summit will share on numerous hottest topics under the theme "Network Development & Management Trend in the Integration Era". Topics include "Long-term Strategies Plan for Vietnam to become a Strong Nation of ICT", "Vietnam as an SEA Data Hub", "Wireline Broadband Communications Evolution", "4G: New Possibilities for Vietnam", " Enhance Customer Experience Increase Your Revenue", "Partnering for Success in Convergent Services" and "Investing & Profiting from an Application - Aware Mobile Transport Network". Participating organizations include MIC, EVN Telecom, Cisco, Motorola, Nokia Siemens Networks, Tellabs and ZTE.

Extensive Support from Globally Renowned Corporations

Officially sponsored by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) of Vietnam and jointly organized by the Vietnam Posts & Telecommunications Group (VNPT) and Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd (Adsale), the twin expos continuously create brilliant track records and contribute to the fast-growth of ICT and electronics industries in Vietnam. The twin expos occupy over 6,000 sq.m. exhibition area with around 200 local and international exhibitors. NTT DOCOMO, Huawei and ZTE are the 'Diamond Sponsors' of the twin expos. Orange France Telecom is the 'Banquet Sponsor', Ericsson and Nokia Siemens Networks are the 'Gold Sponsors', Cisco, Motorola and PCCW Global are the 'Summit Sponsors' and other sponsors include Mobifone, HCL and Kasati.

To maximize the participation effectiveness of the exhibitors, the organizers provide business consultancy service at the fairground. On the other hand, lucky draw for mobile phones is held for all visitors and many more visitors' services plus fabulous activities are available at the fairground. For more visiting information, please contact Ms. Phung Huyen Trang at Tel: +84-4 35188970, Email: trangph@vnpt.com.vn or please contact Ms. Kathy Wong at Tel: (852) 2516 3372, Email: publicity@adsale.com.hk or visit show website: www.vietnam-com.com (Vietnam Comm 2009) and www.VietnamElectronics.com (Vietnam Electronics 2009).





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