On the morning of December 16, 2025, at Can Tho University, the People's Committee of Can Tho City, in coordination with the Ministry of Science and Technology, solemnly organized the Opening Ceremony of the City's Science and Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation Week 2025 (CASTID 2025).
The event was attended by leaders from the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Can Tho City Party Committee, People's Council and People's Committee, representatives from provinces in the Mekong Delta, research institutes, universities, and leading technology corporations and businesses.
In particular, the presence of Mr. Le Hoa Nha – General Director of HVA Group – strongly emphasized the company's vision and commitment to promoting science and technology, innovation, and sustainable digital transformation in the Mekong Delta region and Vietnam. HVA Group is partnering with CASTID 2025 as a pioneering enterprise in creating a technology-finance-digital data ecosystem, contributing to spreading the spirit of innovation on a national scale.
CASTID 2025 – A new driving force for science, technology, and digital transformation in the Mekong Delta region.
With the theme "Can Tho – A center for science, technology, innovation and digital transformation," CASTID 2025 is considered a key event to concretize Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW dated December 22, 2024, of the Politburo on the development of national science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Truong Canh Tuyen – Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee and Chairman of the People's Committee of Can Tho City, emphasized that organizing CASTID 2025 is an important step for the city to clearly define its development direction and solutions, shifting from potential to action, from accepting challenges to creating solutions.
The series of events this week will open up opportunities:
- Introducing outstanding scientific and technological achievements.
- To honor innovative models that are effectively applied in production and daily life.
- Connecting technology supply and demand and promoting the local science and technology market.
- Connecting businesses, experts, and organizations in the formation of long-term innovation policies.
According to Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Pham Duc Long, CASTID 2025 is not only an intellectual playground but also a "declaration of action" for Can Tho in its journey to become a center for innovation and sustainable development solutions in the Mekong Delta in the digital age.
CASTID 2025 Highlights – An Experience Space for Over 500 Breakthrough Technologies
A special highlight of this year's event is the Science and Technology Exhibition Space – Innovation – Digital Transformation, featuring over 50 booths and 500 products and technologies from domestic and international businesses.
Key areas of focus include:
- National defense and security
- Smart City
- Cybersecurity
- Fintech and financial technology
- Smart education, healthcare, and agriculture.
- Logistics and food technology
- Innovative startup models
The presence of technology corporations, startups, and investment funds has created a vibrant networking space, opening up broad opportunities for collaboration.
Within that framework, HVA Group introduces its perspective on a technology-data-finance platform, aiming to develop an open ecosystem to support local businesses in digital transformation, enhance competitiveness, and access innovative capital in the future.
HVA Group – Working together to create an innovation ecosystem in Can Tho.
As a business operating in the fields of technology, finance, data, and governance model innovation, HVA Group is partnering with CASTID 2025 as part of its long-term strategy to support the national digital transformation process, especially in the Mekong Delta region.
HVA Group's message at the event emphasized:
- We are committed to working alongside the government and the community in developing data infrastructure, financial technology, and digital solutions.
- Promoting a collaborative model between businesses, the government, and educational institutions to create positive social impact.
- Supporting the innovative startup ecosystem through networking, mentoring, and collaborative development programs.
The presence of the CEO of HVA Group at the opening ceremony demonstrates the company's determination to make technology a pillar of growth, while also affirming HVA Group's pioneering role in the region's digital transformation process.
Honoring contributions to the innovation ecosystem.
At this event, the Ministry of Science and Technology awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Department of Science and Technology of Can Tho City for its efforts in developing the innovation ecosystem. The organizers also honored 14 organizations with outstanding contributions and presented tokens to 10 exemplary student startup projects for 2025.
This is a testament to the maturity of the city's innovation ecosystem, and also serves as an impetus for businesses like HVA Group to continue contributing and spreading value to the community.
Conclusion
CASTID 2025 is a crucial step in transforming Can Tho into a regional and national hub for science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
HVA Group's participation in the event is a testament to its long-term commitment to creating solutions, supporting the community, and promoting the sustainable development of Vietnam's technology ecosystem in the digital age.
