Finnish telecom giant Nokia Corporation and Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), one of Vietnam’s leading telecom operators, on Monday announced a new partnership to deploy 5G technology in Vietnam.

This significant development has marked a new milestone in the long-standing collaboration between the two companies, reinforcing their commitment to providing strong digital infrastructure in Vietnam, Nokia said in a press release on the same day. 

Nokia, a global supplier of fixed and mobile network telecommunications equipment and related software and technology, is also manufacturing its 5G products locally in Vietnam as part of its commitment to the region.

Under this partnership, Nokia will deploy equipment from its state-of-the-art 5G AirScale portfolio, powered by its energy-efficient ReefShark System-on-Chip technology.

These provide premium connectivity, low latency, enhanced network capacity, and reduced power consumption.

Nokia will also deploy its AI-based 5G MantaRay network management solution, which will greatly improve VNPT’s network operation efficiency.

Huynh Quang Liem, VNPT’s CEO, underscored that collaborating with Nokia will enable VNPT to rapidly deploy a world-class 5G network and meet the growing demands of its customers in Vietnam.

“5G will serve as the foundation that will drive Vietnam’s economic development and societal progress, thereby accelerating its journey toward becoming a digital economy,” Liem stated.

Tommi Uitto, Nokia’s president of mobile networks, expressed Nokia’s pride to be VNPT's strategic partner in introducing 5G, which will deliver future-ready communications solutions to help accelerate Vietnam’s digital future.

This partnership demonstrates Nokia’s vision in driving innovation, improving user experience, and facilitating digital transformation in the Southeast Asian nation, stated Uitto.

“Our local 5G production is further enhancing our strong bond with the country,” he commented.

VinaPhone, a mobile subsidiary of VNPT, is currently offering free 5G network access to users in various provinces and cities across Vietnam where 5G coverage is available.

VNPT has drawn up a plan to complete the installation of over 3,000 5G transmission stations to ensure strong, stable, and continuous coverage, especially in urban areas and economic hubs, by the end of 2024.

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