As the largest and most significant ICT and Electronics events in Vietnam, Vietnam International Communications Summit & Expo 2009 ('Vietnam Comm 2009') and International Exhibition on Electronics Products in Vietnam 2009 ('Vietnam Electronics 2009') will be staged in the Vietnam Exhibition & Fair Centre (VEFAC), Hanoi during 18-21 November 2009. The twin expos are regarded as the perfect platform to demonstrate latest technology convergence and applications, while the concurrent summit is expected to be the best function for high-level information exchange and experience sharing among industry professionals.

Showcase Latest ICT and Electronics Technology & Products Trend
The official announcement of 3G licenses this year and the recent launch of 3G services by local operators led to a new wave of discussion and attention on 3G products, technologies and solutions deployment and application in Vietnam particularly for those value-added services, entertainment mobile content such as news, TV, games and many more. Global leading service providers will grasp these golden opportunities to demonstrate their strength, innovativeness and quality services in this arena.

For instance, NTT DOCOMO, one of the diamond sponsors of the twin expos, will demonstrate latest mobile phones and services, digital video broadcasting and network solution systems such as 4G/ LTE, mobile internet, mobile navigation and green telecom at the twin expos. Huawei, another diamond sponsor of the twin expos will unveil several innovative products and technology solutions for the first time at the twin expos, such as its latest commercially-ready HSPA+ mobile solution, single RAN solution, android smartphone, next-generation wireless modem, Intelligent Packet Network (IPN) 2.0 solution and IPTime product series, which optimizes mobile broadband services and facilitates end-to-end IP mobile transport. ZTE, also as diamond sponsor of the twin expos, will demonstrate its comprehensive telecom product lines covering wireless networks, core networks, access & bearer networks, services and terminals. Orange France Telecom, banquet sponsor of the twin expos will share its know-how in 3G applications and demonstrate state-of-the-art services that can add high value and simplicity to 3G usages in Vietnam.

In view of the rising demand of various mobile applications, enterprises solutions, manufacturing solutions and electronics products in Vietnam, several exhibit themes are highlighted in the twin expos including "Valued-added Service & Messaging", "Mobile Navigation", "Emergency & Risk Communications", "Personal Digital & Accessories", "Electronics Manufacturing" and "Consumer Electronics". Among these themes, exhibits relate to "Modern Enterprise Communications" including Enterprise Network, Mobile Solutions for Enterprise, Enterprise Managed Services, Enterprise Communications, Data Center, Optical Network, Security, E-Commerce and Office Automation Solutions, etc., will be spotlighted as there is huge demand on management and production efficiency, effectiveness and quality optimization no matter at public or private sectors. Under the themes "Electronics Manufacturing" and "Consumer Electronics", visitors can source products and suppliers one-stop from electronics components & parts, manufacturing assembly & operation, manufacturing IT and electronics finished products.

Overseas Pavilions Enrich the International Content of the Twin Expos
Vietnam Comm / Vietnam Electronics 2009 also demonstrate their affluent international content with continuous support from country pavilion organizers including Singapore Industrial Automation Association (SIAA), CCPIT Electronics and Information Industry Sub-Council, China PTAC Communications Services Co., Ltd., and Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA), which bring numerous renowned corporations from Singapore, China and Taiwan. Moreover, Ambassade De France Au Vietnam Mission Economique (UBIFRANCE) will show her first presence at the twin expos by organizing a 'French Pavilion'.

Concurrent Summit Facilitate High-Level Exchange & Experience Sharing
The high-level summit will be held during 19 - 20 November, 2009 at Hanoi Horison Hotel. Various industry hot topics will be discussed during this summit under the main themes of "Vietnam's ICT Development Now & Beyond and ICT Development Trend in the World", "Technology Innovations & Applications for Business & Life" and "Network Development & Management Trend in the Integration Era". Representatives from the ministries, local and overseas leading operators and renowned global corporations will participate in the summit for high-level exchange.

The summit receives extensive support from leading corporations. The organizers are honored to receive summit sponsorship from Cisco, Motorola and PCCW Global. Other sponsors of Vietnam Comm / Vietnam Electronics 2009 include NTT DOCOMO, Huawei, ZTE, Orange France Telecom, Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, Mobifone, HLC and Kasati.

Fabulous Activities to Encourage Public Participation
Besides, a number of activities will be held at the expos to enhance both exhibitors' innovativeness and public participation. For instance, visitors can vote in the competitions of booth design and most interactive booth design at the fairground. To demonstrate appreciation to those exhibitors who showed valuable contribution to the ICT industry development in Vietnam, a few more awards of appreciation will be presented to exhibitors. The writing contest on the topic of 'The Best Idea in Future ICT Vietnam', which was held earlier, will have prize presentation to winners and the lucky draw for mobile phones and various visitors' services will be served at the fairground as well.

Visitors are encouraged to pre-register online to enjoy vast benefits. For more visiting information about Vietnam Comm / Vietnam Electronics 2009, please contact Ms. Kathy Wong at Tel: (852) 2516 3372, Email: publicity@adsale.com.hk or visit show website: www.vietnam-com.com (Vietnam Comm 2009) and www.VietnamElectronics.com (Vietnam Electronics 2009).

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