Vietnam – ASEAN Hydrogen Human Resources Workshop 2025 Expected to Take Place in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, October 19, 2025 – The Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) is expected to co-organize, together with the Ho Chi Minh City University of Natural Resources and Environment (HCMUNRE), the “Vietnam – ASEAN Hydrogen Human Resources Workshop 2025” on the afternoon of November 28, 2025, at HCMUNRE Headquarters, 236B Le Van Sy Street, Tan Son Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City (or an alternative venue to be announced).
The workshop will focus on strategies for building human resources for the hydrogen industry – a sector considered a new driving force in the energy transition and in achieving the net-zero emissions target.
Background and Objectives
Vietnam and several Southeast Asian countries have issued or are in the process of finalizing their National Hydrogen Strategies. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Vietnam and the ASEAN region are emerging as “new stars” on the global hydrogen map, with strong potential in production capacity, supply chains, market readiness, and export capability to Northeast Asian countries such as Japan and Korea.
To realize the objectives outlined in Vietnam’s forthcoming Hydrogen Roadmap, the development of qualified human resources is seen as a key foundation. The workshop will serve as a platform bringing together scientists, experts, policymakers, technology providers, and academic institutions to exchange insights, share international experiences, and propose practical solutions for developing human capital for the hydrogen economy in Vietnam and ASEAN.
Program Highlights
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13:30 – 13:45: Opening Remarks – Representatives of HCMUNRE and VAHC
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13:45 – 14:15: Keynote Presentation – “Where to Begin in Building Human Resources for the Hydrogen Industry?” – Dr. Nguyen Huu Luong, Vietnam Petroleum Institute (VPI)
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14:15 – 14:45: International Presentation – “Developing Skills and Competencies in the European Hydrogen Industry” – Ms. Min Yuen, ASEAN Regional Business Manager, Phoenix Contact (Germany)
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14:45 – 15:15: Corporate Presentation – “Renewable Human Resource Center Model in Gia Lai Province” – Representative of Indel Petro Group
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15:30 – 16:00: Session – “Current Status and Needs for Renewable Energy Human Resources in Vietnam” – Representatives from HCMUNRE, PV College, Perenco Vietnam, and a Chemical Industry Training Institution
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16:00 – 16:30: International Session – “Human Resource Development in Renewable Energy and Hydrogen: Lessons from Japan, Korea, Germany, Australia, China, and Vietnam” – Invited speakers from Japan, Korea, Germany, Australia, China, and Vietnam
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16:30 – 17:15: Panel Discussion – “Preparing Human Resources for the Hydrogen Era in Vietnam and ASEAN” – Moderated by Dr. Tran Thanh Tam (HCMUNRE), featuring panelists from VPI, Phoenix Contact, Indel Petro, PV College, and international research institutes
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17:15 – 17:30: Closing Remarks and Summary
Working Language: English
Contact for Registration: contact@vahc.com.vn
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The workshop is expected to generate concrete proposals for establishing hydrogen training programs in Vietnam, fostering ASEAN regional cooperation, and building a skilled hydrogen workforce to support clean energy strategies in the coming years.
