Grand Opening of the STEM Ecosystem and Honoring Outstanding Teams in International STEM & Robotics Competitions

Updated: February 01, 2026 | 06:31 AM

On January 31, at the National Innovation Center (NIC) in Hoa Lac Hi-Tech Park, the Grand Opening Ceremony of the STEM Ecosystem took place alongside an honoring ceremony for high-achieving teams in the 2025 international STEM and Robotics competitions.

Inaugurating the STEM Ecosystem

The event was co-organized by the National Innovation Center (Ministry of Planning and Investment) in collaboration with relevant partners including OneSpace Education Co., Ltd., Maker Viet JSC, the STEM Education Promotion Alliance (SEPA), Kidstem Technology Academy, KidsEdu JSC, KIDSCODE Education Development JSC, Du Hung Technology JSC, and Tien Phong Newspaper.

The program aims to officially launch and operate the STEM Classroom and STEM Experience Zone. This training and experiential space helps shape creative STEM teaching and learning methods. It also serves as a hub for visiting, experiencing, and introducing major STEM-Robotics competitions sponsored or co-organized by NIC to individuals and organizations interested in STEM activities in Vietnam.

The event was attended by Mr. Chu Hoang Ha, Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology; Mr. Nguyen Viet Khiem, Vice Director of the Institute for School Design (Ministry of Education and Training); Mr. Duong Nguyen Binh, Vice President of the Vietnam Automation Association; Mr. Kim Yong Sup, Deputy General Director of Samsung Vietnam, along with leaders of provincial Departments of Education and Training, school boards, and representatives from universities, middle schools, and high schools nationwide.

The world is entering a new developmental phase where science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation have become key drivers of growth. In this context, STEM education is no longer an option but a strategic requirement for every nation. Many countries have made STEM a pillar of their educational systems, investing heavily in integrated learning programs, experiential education, scientific research, and innovation right from the general education level.

The goal is to equip the younger generation with scientific thinking, creative capacity, problem-solving skills, and the adaptability to face future global challenges. In Vietnam, the Party and the State have issued numerous important policies to promote STEM education and develop high-quality human resources.

Mr. Vu Quoc Huy, Director of the National Innovation Center, shared: “The establishment of the STEM Ecosystem at NIC Hoa Lac is not only a learning and experiential space or a valuable reference model contributing to the innovation of STEM teaching methods; it is also the result of close coordination between the State, Schools, and Enterprises, clearly demonstrating the spirit of companionship and shared responsibility in developing STEM education.”

A Colorful Space for Science and Honoring Outstanding Teams

The STEM Ecosystem at NIC Hoa Lac includes a Reference STEM Classroom and a STEM Experience Space. Designed to be open and flexible, the area fully integrates functional zones such as learning, practice, creation, and technology experience, equipped with modern facilities.

As one of the partners accompanying the construction of the STEM Ecosystem at NIC Hoa Lac, Ms. Ngo Thi Thuy Duong – CEO/Founder of OneSpace, stated: “Investing in STEM education is not just a social responsibility but a long-term preparation for the human resources that we, the businesses, and the economy will need in the future.” Mr. Le Ngoc Tuan, founder of the educational organization Maker Viet, also expressed his hope that the STEM Ecosystem at NIC will help connect STEM communities nationwide, spreading the innovative spirit of the Maker village.

At the event, the National Innovation Center also honored teams and coaches with outstanding achievements in international STEM and Robotics competitions in 2025. Simultaneously, they officially launched several international STEM-Robotics competitions for 2026, sponsored or co-organized by NIC, including: (1) Enjoy AI Vietnam and Open Asia Enjoy AI 2026; (2) First Global Challenge Vietnam 2026; (3) National STEM, AI, and Robotics Championship (VSAR) for the 2025-2026 academic year; and (4) the Act In Space International Innovation Competition.

The honoring ceremony aims to recognize and commend the immense efforts and proud achievements of collectives and individuals who performed exceptionally well in international tournaments, affirming the pioneering role of STEM education in the development of science, technology, and innovation.