VIETNAM – JAPAN SPACE HORIZONS 2026 FORUM “Partnering for the New Era”

Background

Within the Vietnam – Japan comprehensive strategic partnership framework, science and technology, specifically space technology has emerged as a pillar of cooperation. The Vietnam Space Center (VNSC) project, supported by Japanese ODA, stands as the flagship symbol of this technology transfer and strategic trust.

In alignment with the Resolution No. 57/NQ-TW (dated 22/12/2024) on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation of the Government of Vietnam and the “Strategy for Development and Application of Space Science and Technology to 2030,” Vietnam is committed to mastering satellite technology, strengthening national security, and fostering a domestic space industry. The resolution explicitly emphasizes international cooperation as a key driver to accelerate workforce training and technology acquisition. This forum serves as a direct implementation of Resolution 57, marking the transition from infrastructure construction to operational mastery and application.

While   cooperation   has   historically focused   on   the   government-led development of satellites, the landscape is evolving. As Vietnam explores the development of a satellite constellation and seeks to build a self-reliant space ecosystem, there is a critical need to engage the private sector. Recognizing this shift, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan proposed a public- private initiative to broaden the scope of collaboration beyond traditional approach.

The Convergence of “Vietnam – Japan Space Horizons 2026 Forum” and the official inauguration of the VNSC infrastructure in Hoa Lac creates a unique convergence of historic milestones and a new chapter in industrial partnership. By hosting this event at VNSC, both nations reaffirm their commitment to utilizing space technologies for socio-economic development and expanding the “New Space” economy in Japan and VietNam.

 

Objectives  (TENTATIVE OUTLINE)

• Building upon the long-standing friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Japan and Vietnam, strengthen bilateral ties in the space domain to contribute to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP).
• Promote collaboration between the governments and space agencies of both countries in utilizing space technologies for environmental monitoring, disaster management, agriculture, and other societal applications.
• Reflecting the progress of Vietnam’s satellite development and space infrastructure through Japan-Vietnam cooperation, discuss future avenues for collaboration.
• Marking a historic milestone in diplomatic and scientific relations, Vietnam – Japan Space Horizons 2026 combines the inauguration of the VietNam National Space Center in Hoa Lac with a comprehensive international forum. The event aims to foster strategic cooperation, promote the “New Space” economy, and inspire the next generation of scientists.

DATE / VENUE

• Date: From 12^th-15^th of March 2026
• Venue: Vietnam National Space Center in Hoa Lac

Program Overview

Date	Time	Main Activity
12th March		Technical Sessions & Business Matching (B2B)
13th March	Morning	Inauguration Ceremony of VNSC & Opening Ceremony of VietNam – Japan Space Horizons 2026 Forum
	Afternoon	Plenary Session: Strategic Vision & Cooperation
14th March		Public Day 1: Exhibition – Space Exploration & STEM Education
15th March		Public Day 2: Space Exploration.

 

Participants

Japan Government / Government-affiliated Embassy of Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) JAXA JICA JETRO Japan Space Forum (JSF) Remote Sensing Technology Center of Japan (RESTEC) Industry NEC (LOTUSat) IHI Aerospace Ocean Solution Technology Japan Space Systems Synspective Axelspace Space Shift Tellus ArkEdge Space Faeger Funlead Corp Inspiration Plus Inc Mikawa Genki Monogatari Co., Ltd Next Forest Corporation Space BD SAP Japan Co., Ltd Space Edge Lab SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation Solafune Inc Academia UNISEC Kyushu Institute of Technology Yamaguchi University Nihon University Nomura Research Institute

Vietnam Government / Government-affiliated Office of the Government of VietNam Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) Ministry of Finance (MOF) Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Ministry of Public Security (MPS) Ministry of National Defence (MND) Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA) People’s Committee of Hanoi City Hanoi High-Tech Parks and Industrial Zones Management Board Department of National Remote Sensing Department of Survey, Mapping and Geographic Information of VietNam Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention Department of Digital Transformation and Environmental Data VietNam Natural Resources and Environment Corporation Center for Digital Transformation and Agricultural Statistics Center for Climate Change Research Center for Information Technology Development and Geographic Information Systems Industry Vietnam Natural Resources and Environment Corporation Spatial Decisions VietNam Vegastar Yumoto Vietnam Co., Ltd. Crystal Optics Co., Ltd. TCI Industries Yokogawa Vietnam Co., Ltd. Dong Giang Research and Development Jsc Academia VietNam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) Vietnam Aerospace Association Institute of Agricultural Planning and Design Institute of Forest Inventory and Planning VNU University of Engineering and Technology (VNU-UET) Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) Military Technical Academy University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH) Electric Power University Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) Vietnam Petroleum University (PVU)