During the meeting, Mr. Lu Jianfeng provided an overview of NARI's capabilities as a subsidiary of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC). As one of China's leading companies in the research, manufacturing, and provision of technological solutions for the power sector, NARI has extensive capabilities in research and development (R&D), including the establishment and development of R&D centers.

The company also possesses considerable expertise in power system automation, control and relay protection systems, as well as supervisory control and data acquisition and energy management systems (SCADA/EMS).

In Vietnam, NARI has supplied and continues to provide technological solutions for several EVN hydropower plants, including Lai Chau, Huoi Quang, and Ban Chat.

EVN Vice President Ngo Son Hai (right) meets with Mr. Lu Jianfeng (left), Director of NARI's International Business Center.

Recognizing NARI's technological capabilities and expertise, EVN Vice President Ngo Son Hai expressed his interest in learning from the company's experience in digital transformation, science, and technology, particularly its approach to establishing, organizing, and operating R&D centers.

He further noted that EVN is actively implementing power generation and grid investment projects in accordance with the revised National Power Development Plan VIII (PDP VIII). Against this backdrop, the Group places considerable emphasis on expanding international cooperation and drawing on the expertise and support of experienced international partners in power system research, development, and investment.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the two sides agreed to maintain regular communication and facilitate closer coordination between their respective technical teams, with a view to further developing potential areas of cooperation into concrete initiatives in the coming period.

Translator: Hoàng Duy Khánh