The inauguration ceremony on Friday. VGP Photo

 HÀ NỘI – The Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, in coordination with the Ministry of Science and Technology, on October 29 inaugurated the International Centre for Physics (ICP) and the International Centre for Mathematical Research and Training (ICRTM).

The two centres were established under the auspices of UNESCO to contribute to the realisation of strategic goals on scientific-technological development and international commitments of the Government, and promote international cooperation in the related fields.

Their main activities include providing international training in physics and mathematics; conducting international level physics and mathematics studies; and advising policy makers, educators and the public in the fields of physics and mathematics.

Training activities at the two centres will begin immediately this year, focusing on advanced talent training, postgraduate and postdoctoral training in physics and mathematics through scientific research programmes and projects. These programmes are available to citizens of Việt Nam and regional countries, as well as some African countries.

The two centres will cooperate in research with domestic and international universities and institutes, particularly those in ASEAN countries, the Asia-Pacific region and Africa. Cooperative activities include short-term exchange of experts and organisation of conferences and seminars.

Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Nguyễn Hoàng Giang said that UNESCO’s recognition and sponsorship of the two centres affirmed Việt Nam’s position on the world science map.

Through these two science centres, Việt Nam wished to contribute to the ASEAN region and the world in the field of science, said Giang. He affirmed that the Ministry of Science and Technology would support and create necessary conditions for the two centres to operate effectively and follow the agreement with UNESCO. VNA/VNS