CMC Group showcased its Make in Vietnam C-Product AI ecosystem at the Autumn Economic Forum 2026, held in Ho Chi Minh City from October 26 to 29.

Alongside the exhibition, Le Minh, Chief Technology Officer of CMC TS, joined a panel discussion on "AI Sovereignty," sharing perspectives on infrastructure, data, technology development and AI governance as Vietnam steps up its adoption of artificial intelligence.

Connecting technology to drive new growth

Held under the theme "The Convergence of New Global Growth Poles," the Autumn Economic Forum 2026 brought together government leaders, representatives of international organizations, experts and business executives to explore emerging development trends and new sources of economic growth.

Addressing the high-level plenary session, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung emphasized the importance of international cooperation, innovation, technology talent development and mechanisms that can turn practical projects into tangible results.

He said breakthroughs in science and technology, particularly artificial intelligence, together with digital, green and energy transitions, are fundamentally reshaping production methods, development models and the global economic landscape.

CMC booth attracts interest with practical AI solutions

At the forum, CMC introduced its technology ecosystem and C-Product AI solutions developed to address the practical needs of government agencies, businesses and smart cities.

The products on display included CLEX, C-GOV, C-AGENT, CIVAMS, CMC AI Box and CMC AI Vision.

Together, these solutions demonstrate CMC's efforts to bring AI into everyday applications, from information processing and knowledge retrieval to improving management, operations, manufacturing and business activities.

CMC also aims to help local authorities adopt AI as Vietnam implements its two-tier local government model, responding to evolving requirements for public administration and services for citizens and businesses.

The company's exhibition booth drew considerable attention from delegates, experts and visitors.

Live demonstrations and hands-on experiences gave participants a closer look at the technologies while allowing CMC to better understand demand for AI applications, connect with potential partners and explore opportunities for collaboration.

CMC highlights infrastructure and governance as pillars of AI sovereignty

A key discussion at the forum focused on "AI Sovereignty," with CMC TS Chief Technology Officer Le Minh among the panelists.

He outlined the conditions Vietnam needs to gradually strengthen its AI capabilities and technological independence, covering digital infrastructure, data, AI development and governance.

According to Minh, advancing AI in Ho Chi Minh City and across Vietnam requires particular attention to two priorities.

The first is building robust technology infrastructure, including high-performance computing systems, data centers and telecommunications networks. These provide the computing power and connectivity needed for AI research, model training and deployment.

The second is developing and mastering AI technologies created by Vietnamese companies to address specific market and social needs.

These could include specialized AI assistants for professional fields such as legal services, where solutions must respond to distinct operational requirements.

Minh stressed that AI sovereignty is not simply about possessing advanced technologies. It also depends on effective governance, control over data and dependable infrastructure.

He compared AI to a car: a powerful engine is essential for performance, but an effective braking system is equally important for maintaining control and ensuring safety.

In the same way, AI development must be accompanied by appropriate safeguards, clear rules for its use and accountability throughout implementation.

Moving from AI adoption to organization-wide governance

According to the CMC representative, AI is becoming increasingly common in everyday life, businesses and the public sector.

Yet adopting AI across an entire organization involves more than introducing new tools.

Organizations need clear governance frameworks, procedures for monitoring and validating AI-generated outputs, and appropriate operating principles.

Such measures are essential for building trust, reducing risks and ensuring that AI delivers meaningful value.

Minh also highlighted the importance of an open innovation environment in Ho Chi Minh City.

To nurture its AI ecosystem, the city should continue developing mechanisms for collaboration, identifying real-world challenges that technology can help solve and creating opportunities for businesses to participate.

Combining the public sector's understanding of local conditions, data resources and administrative processes with the research, development and implementation capabilities of technology companies could help bring AI solutions into practical use more effectively.

Working with Ho Chi Minh City to accelerate AI transformation

Through its exhibition and participation in discussions at the forum, CMC reaffirmed its commitment to working with the Vietnamese Government, Ho Chi Minh City authorities and the business community to advance digital and AI transformation.

The company highlighted the importance of developing digital infrastructure, strengthening domestic technological capabilities and promoting practical AI applications that can support public administration and business operations.

Its participation also reflected a broader ambition to contribute to Vietnam's development of a more capable and self-reliant AI ecosystem, where technological innovation is supported by effective governance and cooperation between the public and private sectors.