Vietnam launches first embodied AI conference to advance robotics ecosystem
Vietnam held its first embodied AI conference in Hanoi on October 2 bringing together technology companies universities and research institutions to explore applications of robotics
Vietnam held its inaugural embodied AI conference to propel the nation's robotics ecosystem forward. The gathering, titled "The New Era of Productivity Powered by Embodied AI: Vietnam – Southeast Asia’s Pillar," took place at the National Innovation Centre's (NIC) Hoa Lac campus in Hanoi as part of National Innovation Day 2026. NIC deputy director Hoang Trung Hieu highlighted how AI is transitioning from digital realms into the physical world, powering robots, autonomous devices, and smart production lines capable of sensing, decision-making, and interaction with their environment.
Embodied AI, which merges AI perception and decision-making with physical systems, is poised to significantly boost labor productivity in manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, healthcare, and services while addressing labor shortages, enhancing workplace safety, and elevating economic growth quality.
At the conference, AGIBOT showcased humanoid, quadruped, and wheeled robots alongside embodied AI solutions for education, research, and industrial uses. Interactive demonstrations and activities provided businesses, educators, and researchers with firsthand experience of the technology's capabilities and potential applications.
NIC, AGIBOT, Great Education Technology Group, and ECOLIV Technology also discussed strategies to integrate embodied AI into Vietnam's education and research systems, emphasizing the importance of forging stronger links between technology firms, universities, and research institutions.
NIC, AGIBOT, ECOLIV Technology, and Great Education Technology Group, along with participating universities and research institutions, intend to continue their collaboration in research, workforce development, industrial applications, and the creation of a local embodied AI ecosystem. The conference marked a crucial milestone in bridging international robotics advancements with Vietnam's education and industrial sectors, as the country aims to transform AI innovations into tangible productivity gains.
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