Hanoi, October 12, 2026 – The 2026 Asian Conference on Communications and Networks (ASIANComNet 2026) officially opened on the morning of October 12 at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT).
The conference was co-organized by PTIT and United Societies of Science (USS), with technical co-sponsorship from the IEEE Communications Society, IEEE Communications Society Vietnam Chapter, IEEE Vietnam Section, and IEEE Signal Processing Society Vietnam Chapter, and Samsung as a sponsoring partner. As the host institution, PTIT welcomed scientists, experts, lecturers, researchers, and international delegates from various countries to exchange the latest research findings and discuss development directions in communications, networking, and intelligent technologies.
Delegates, guests, and students taking commemorative photo at the Conference Opening Ceremony.
Held on October 12-13, 2026, ASIANComNet 2026 adopts the theme “Connected World: Shaping the Future of Intelligent Connectivity – Innovate, Integrate, Inspire.” The conference aims to promote academic exchange, strengthen connections among research groups, and expand opportunities for international cooperation amid the rapid transformation of communications and networking technologies.
Strengthening Connections in Research and Technological Innovation
ASIANComNet 2026 has attracted considerable interest from the international research community, receiving 475 paper submissions from 31 countries. Following the peer-review and evaluation process, 160 papers were accepted for presentation, representing an acceptance rate of 33.7%. The conference’s scientific program covers a broad range of research areas, from wireless communications, next-generation mobile networks, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to signal processing, the Internet of Things, network security, and technological applications in intelligent connected environments.
Prof. Dr. Tu Minh Phuong – Vice President of PTIT, delivering a speech.
Delivering welcome remarks at the opening ceremony, Prof. Dr. Tu Minh Phuong, Vice President of PTIT, expressed his honor at having PTIT host ASIANComNet 2026 and emphasized the importance of advancing scientific development, technological innovation, and international cooperation. Hosting the conference reflects PTIT’s efforts to connect academic research with practical applications while creating a platform for knowledge exchange between domestic and international scientific communities.
According to Prof. Dr. Tu Minh Phuong, the conference theme reflects major developments in communications and networking, driven by the rapid advancement of 5G/6G systems, artificial intelligence, edge-cloud computing, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, and intelligent network architectures. These fields are playing an increasingly important role in the development of the digital economy and smart societies.
PTIT’s leadership expressed its expectation that ASIANComNet 2026 would serve not only as a forum for sharing scientific achievements but also as a platform for building long-term partnerships, generating new research ideas, and supporting the development of the next generation of scientists.
Prof. Prabagarane N, Co-Chair of the ASIANComNet 2026 Organizing Committee, delivering a speech.
Continuing the program, Prof. N. Prabagarane, Co-Chair of the ASIANComNet 2026 Organizing Committee, emphasized that, as an organization supporting and promoting networking and academic exchange within the international scientific community, USS expects ASIANComNet 2026 to become an effective knowledge-sharing forum. The conference is expected to strengthen connections among researchers, expand cooperation opportunities, and lay the groundwork for new research initiatives in communications and networking. He also expressed his appreciation to PTIT, partner organizations, members of the Organizing Committee, and the international academic community for their contributions to preparing and organizing the event.
During the opening ceremony, PTIT and United Societies of Communication (USS) exchanged commemorative gifts as a gesture of appreciation for their cooperation. The Organizing Committee also recognized the keynote speakers for their important academic contributions to the conference program.
Dr. Ngo Duc Thien, representing the Organizing Committee, presenting flowers to express gratitude to the partner sponsor, Samsung.
Prof. Dr. Tu Minh Phuong – Vice Director of the Academy, presenting commemorative gifts to thank the speakers.
Keynote Speeches Exploring New Technological Directions
Following the opening ceremony, the morning program continued with keynote speeches by experts from Italy, Thailand, India, and Vietnam, focusing on prominent issues in communications, networking, and foundational technologies.
Prof. Giacomo Morabito of the University of Catania, Italy, presented on architectures for connecting AI agents to support distributed learning and inference. Dr. Chalee Vorakulpipat of Thailand’s National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) delivered a presentation on post-quantum cryptography, emerging cybersecurity challenges, and practical deployment readiness.
In the field of signal processing, Dr. V. Nagarajan of Pondicherry University, India, discussed the application of artificial intelligence to transforming data into intelligent decisions. Meanwhile, Dr. Le Trung Thanh of Phenikaa University presented on silicon photonic integrated circuits for future communications and data networking systems, covering devices, systems, and applications.
These topics highlight the increasingly close intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, photonic technologies, and next-generation communications infrastructure. They also represent important research directions for developing intelligent connectivity systems that are more efficient and secure.
Prof.r Giacomo Morabito from the University of Catania, Italy, presenting on the architecture for connecting artificial intelligence agents, aiming towards distributed learning and reasoning.
Professor Giacomo Morabito from the University of Catania, Italy, presenting on the architecture for connecting artificial intelligence agents, aiming towards distributed learning and reasoning.
Dr. Chalee Vorakulpipat from the National Centre for Electronics and Computing Technology (NECTEC) of Thailand sharing insights on post-quantum cryptography, emerging cybersecurity issues, and its readiness for practical implementation.
Dr. Chalee Vorakulpipat from the National Centre for Electronics and Computing Technology (NECTEC) of Thailand sharing insights on post-quantum cryptography, emerging cybersecurity issues, and its readiness for practical implementation.
Dr. Le Trung Thanh from Phenikaa University presenting on silicon photonic integrated circuits for future communication and data network systems, from devices and systems to applications.
Technical Sessions to Further Expand Academic Exchange
On the afternoon of October 12, the conference is scheduled to hold parallel technical sessions focusing on areas such as mobile computing, wireless communications, 5G and beyond, the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Poster sessions will also provide additional opportunities for researchers, lecturers, and students to present their findings, exchange ideas, and receive professional feedback.
On October 13, the scientific program is scheduled to continue with specialized sessions on wireless technologies, signal processing, pattern recognition and computer vision, network security and privacy, emerging AI/ML trends, and communications and networking technologies for smart agriculture. In addition to research paper presentations, the program is also expected to feature a tutorial on the fundamentals of the Quantum Internet.
With multiple parallel sessions and a combination of in-person and online participation for selected activities, ASIANComNet 2026 enables scientists from different fields and countries to share research findings, discuss technological challenges, and explore new opportunities for cooperation.
The conference is technically co-sponsored by IEEE and the IEEE Vietnam Section. Accepted and presented papers will be submitted for consideration for inclusion in IEEE Xplore, subject to the relevant scope and quality criteria. The papers are also indexed in Scopus and EI.
By hosting ASIANComNet 2026, PTIT continues to strengthen its role in connecting scientists, educational institutions, and the international research community in communications and networking. The conference contributes to expanding academic exchange, advancing research cooperation, and creating further opportunities for scientific findings to be shared, refined, and developed toward practical applications.
Overview of the conference
Delegates, guests, and speakers at the Conference
By hosting ASIANComNet 2026, PTIT continues to strengthen its role in connecting scientists, educational institutions, and the international research community in communications and networking. The conference contributes to expanding academic exchange, advancing research cooperation, and creating further opportunities for scientific findings to be shared, refined, and developed toward practical applications.
