From October 24 to 26, the 16th ASPA Annual Conference organized by Saigon Hi-Tech Park with the theme of 'Science Parks toward Green Economy' was held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With the latest issue, 'Green Economy', distinguished keynote speakers and session speakers delivered various kinds of stimulating speeches and the attendees could exchange their innovative knowledge and experiences each other.

Dr. Mohammad Javad Omidi, ISTT Vice President for Technology Development and Mr. Hasan Khakbaz, Manager of ISTT Planning and Budgeting Department attended the various programs of the conference including Plenary and Parallel Sessions, and Opening Ceremony of Hi-Tech Products Exhibition 2012. They also visited FPT Software Corporation which is located inside Saigon Hi-Tech Park.

The next conference in 2013, 17th ASPA Annual Conference will be held in Gwangju, South Korea and it is organized by Gwangju Technopark.