Vietnam’s Quest to Compete in the Global Semiconductor Industry: Insights from Professor Lee Young Hee
Professor Lee Young Hee, an Academician of the Korean Academy of Science and Technology and Director of the Center for Integrated Nanostructure Physics at Sungkyunkwan University, has 15 years of research experience in semiconductor materials. During a business trip to Hanoi, he stressed the importance of developing a National laboratory in Vietnam to compete globally in the semiconductor industry.
Professor Lee Young Hee highlighted the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry, including silicon technology reaching its fundamental limits. To overcome these challenges, he emphasized the need for Vietnam to focus on developing new technologies and materials, particularly in the quantum computing field. He also underscored the importance of high-quality human resources and a culture of hard work and creativity for Vietnam’s success in the semiconductor industry.
Based on his Korean experience, Professor Lee Young Hee suggested that Vietnam should invest in educating and training human resources for the semiconductor industry. He proposed establishing a National laboratory dedicated to semiconductor research, development, and training. This laboratory would serve as a center for training students with modern equipment to prepare them for the industry.
Looking ahead to 2030, Professor Lee Young Hee predicted a significant need for semiconductor engineers and workers in Vietnam. He called for government investment in infrastructure, modern equipment, and creating a favorable environment for businesses to operate and attract talent. Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat echoed these sentiments, highlighting the Ministry’s initiatives to develop human resources in the semiconductor industry.
Overall, Professor Lee Young Hee emphasized that developing the semiconductor industry in Vietnam requires a long-term commitment with a focus on training high-quality human resources and investing in infrastructure. With innovative technologies and fostering a culture of creativity and hard work, he believes that Vietnam has the potential to compete with leading countries in the field of semiconductors.
