HCMC – HCMC and Intel will jointly implement a training program to develop human resources in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), with a focus on government officials, civil servants, and current or soon-to-be employees in the city.
The information was released at a meeting on July 8 between Nguyen Van Duoc, chairman of the HCMC People’s Committee, and Sarah Kemp, vice president for International Government Affairs at Intel.
Chairman Duoc said that the combination of Binh Duong, Ba Ria-Vung Tau and HCMC would provide greater space for growth and enhance regional connectivity.
The goal is to transform HCMC into a leading hub for economic growth, innovation, logistics, and finance in both Vietnam and the wider region.
He expressed his hope that Intel would expand its investment in HCMC, train more high-tech engineers and develop talent in artificial intelligence and semiconductor technologies.
The HCMC leader encouraged Intel Vietnam and the Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) to establish a concrete agreement on AI workforce training, with a focus on meeting real-world demands and delivering tangible outcomes.
He also hoped that Intel would build on its success in Vietnam and help attract additional high-tech investors to the city.
Sarah Kemp expressed optimism about the U.S.-Vietnam tariff agreement, hoping that semiconductor and high-tech products would be included among those receiving exemptions or preferential treatment.
She affirmed that Intel is ready to collaborate in training government officials on applying AI in their work, as well as equipping current and future workers with essential skills in the field of AI.
In addition, Intel is willing to support HCMC in developing transportation infrastructure and to explore investment opportunities in the field of renewable energy.
After nearly 20 years in Vietnam, Intel Vietnam has exported over four billion products, contributing more than US$100 billion to the country’s export value.
Notably, over the past three months, Intel has begun producing its advanced 18A chip line in Vietnam—an important step that offers the country access to cutting-edge technology and helps improve the quality of its workforce in the semiconductor sector.
