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Da Nang Strengthens Innovation Partnerships, Connecting Local Businesses with the Global Technology Ecosystem
On the afternoon of October 12, 2026, the Da Nang Innovation Startup Support Center (DISSC), FUTA Land Joint Stock Company, and the Solana Foundation held an Innovation Partnership Signing Ceremony aimed at strengthening resource connectivity, promoting the adoption of emerging technologies, and expanding international cooperation across high-potential sectors.
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Da Nang, Sunwah Strengthen Innovation Cooperation, Explore Regulatory Sandbox for New Technologies
On the morning of August 28, Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee and Chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee Nguyen Manh Hung received and worked with Dr. Jonathan Choi, Chairman of the Sunwah Group (Hong Kong), to discuss opportunities for cooperation in innovation, finance, high-tech healthcare, logistics, and international investment connectivity.
Da Nang Provides Technology Innovation Funding Support to Two Businesses
Da Nang City has provided technology innovation funding support to Mien Trung Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and EM AND AI Joint Stock Company, with a total funding amount of VND 893 million, as part of the Opening Ceremony of the Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival – SURF 2026.
Aspiring to Build a Tech Unicorn from Da Nang
On the morning of August 19, as part of the Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival – SURF 2026, the forum “Aspiring to Build a Tech Unicorn from Da Nang” provided a platform for dialogue among technology companies, investors, experts, and startup support organizations to discuss opportunities, pathways, and the essential conditions for building high-growth technology companies capable of expanding into regional and global markets.
SURF 2026: THE ERA OF RISING – PIONEERING INNOVATION
The Da Nang Innovation Startup Festival - SURF 2026 took place on August 18 - 19, 2026, at the Furama Da Nang International Convention Palace under the theme “The Era of Rising – Pioneering Innovation.” As the city’s largest annual innovation startup event, SURF 2026 also served as a platform for connecting domestic and international resources in science, technology, investment, and innovation.
Connecting and Creating International Innovative Spaces
In the development of the innovation ecosystem in Da Nang, innovative spaces play a fundamental role. The Department of Science and Technology, along with numerous other entities in the city, has made significant efforts in establishing innovative spaces, opening opportunities for collaboration, and facilitating connections between startups in Da Nang and various countries.
Creating a Platform for Startup Projects
Participating in startup competitions, seminars, workshops, and conferences that connect startups with funds and investors is a favorable stepping stone for startup projects in Da Nang, providing them with more opportunities for success.
Da Nang - Numerous Activities Supporting the Development of the Innovative Startup Ecosystem in 2023
In recent times, to maximize the effectiveness of resources for implementing innovative startup activities, the city of Da Nang has supported and encouraged universities, organizations, individuals, businesses, and units within the city to establish startup support centers, incubators, creative spaces, co-working spaces, and clubs for innovative startups. These activities have been actively coordinated and implemented by the Department of Science and Technology and the Da Nang Innovation Startup Support Center in collaboration with relevant agencies and units, contributing to the construction and development of the local innovative startup ecosystem.
Da Nang on the Journey to Establish a Comprehensive Innovation and Startup Center
After nearly a decade of formation and development, the innovation and startup ecosystem in the city of Da Nang has become increasingly comprehensive, thanks to the active participation and collaboration of various key stakeholders. This progress reflects the concerted efforts of the city's authorities, the Department of Science and Technology, along with various units, businesses, and the startup community. Together, they contribute to transforming Da Nang into an attractive hub for innovation and startup endeavors.
Da Nang: Effectiveness of Incubation Programs
In recent times, with notable characteristics and unique advantages, incubation programs in the city have provided opportunities for projects and startups to undergo the development process of the innovative startup ecosystem. Through these incubation programs, startups continue to leverage their potential, with some even achieving high recognition in startup competitions.
