The first step of this new policy, which will take the form of a public-private partnership, is a Japanese pilot project investigating and assessing Vietnamese water and air quality, beginning in March.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s government attaches great importance to "exporting most modern Japanese social infrastructure" and “supporting Japanese enterprises’ information technology system exports”, regarding it as the backbone of the country’s future economic growth strategy.

NTT DATA Group will conduct the Vietnamese pilot project, endowed with a ​​government budget worth JPY150 million.

The group has already made great contributions to the development of social infrastructure and information technology in Japan’s modern urban areas.

The pilot project requires installing data collection equipment across Vietnam, as well as establishing centres with the capacity to analyze environmental data including water and air quality.

With integrated data analysis technology, NTT DATA Group will simultaneously monitor Mekong River water levels and water quality and air quality in Ho Chi Minh City, investigating any links discovered and informing future treatment plans.

In the northern industrial zone on the outskirts of Hanoi, NTT DATA Group will also measure temperature, humidity, and power consumption for determining the best approach to improving energy efficiency.

(Dtinews)