Vietnamese university students have once again showcased their exceptional talent and skills on the international stage, as three teams from Vietnam emerged victorious in the Huawei ICT Competition Asia-Pacific finals. The competition, organized by the Chinese technology conglomerate Huawei in collaboration with the ASEAN Foundation, saw over 8,000 students from across the region vying for top honors in various categories.
The Vietnamese teams made their mark by clinching three prestigious prizes in different tracks of the competition. In the computing category, Mai Thi Phuong and Nguyen Tu Kien from the Posts & Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) and Duong Van Hiep from FPT University Hanoi secured the grand prize. Their outstanding performance in both theoretical and practical challenges set them apart from the competition.
In the cloud category, Bui Quoc An from the Academy of Cryptographic Techniques, Dau Van Khoa from PTIT, and Tran Hai Dang from the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology claimed the second prize. Their expertise in cloud computing and innovative solutions impressed the judges and earned them well-deserved recognition.
Meanwhile, in the network category, Le Nhu Quynh and Dinh Hoang Anh from PTIT, along with Nguyen Le Hong Khanh from the Hanoi University of Science & Technology, clinched the third prize. Their proficiency in networking technologies and ability to tackle complex challenges demonstrated their dedication and skills in the field.
The success of these Vietnamese teams not only highlights the exceptional talents of the country’s young generation but also underscores the importance of fostering talent development in the field of information technology. The teams will now have the opportunity to represent Vietnam on a global stage at the upcoming final round of the competition in China, where they will compete against students from around the world.
Macky Zhang, CEO of Huawei Vietnam, commended the winning teams for their achievements and expressed his confidence in their ability to excel further in the global final. He emphasized the significance of such competitions in nurturing talent and contributing to the development of the digital economy in Vietnam.
Dang Hoai Bac, director of PTIT, lauded the students for their remarkable performance and highlighted the importance of international competitions in enhancing the skills and knowledge of students. He emphasized the role of such events in shaping the future of talent development in Vietnam.
For Duong Van Hiep of FPT University Hanoi, a member of the grand prize-winning team in the computing track, the competition was not just a platform for competition but also an opportunity for learning and acquiring new knowledge. The experience gained from participating in such events is invaluable for students looking to expand their horizons and enhance their skills in the field of information technology.
The Huawei ICT Competition, established in 2015, has become a prestigious annual event that brings together talented students from universities and academies worldwide. The competition serves as a platform for students to showcase their skills, learn from industry experts, and network with peers from different countries.
With the Asia-Pacific competition attracting a record number of participants this year, the success of the Vietnamese teams is a testament to the country’s growing prowess in the field of information technology. As these students gear up for the global final, they carry with them the hopes and expectations of a nation eager to see them shine on the world stage.
