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QUATEST 3 Celebrates 50 Years: Dedicated to Quality, Shaping the Future with Confidence
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On the evening of 24 July 2026, the Quality Assurance and Testing Center 3 (QUATEST 3) held the celebration ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of its establishment in Ho Chi Minh City. The event was attended by leaders of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), the National Commission for Standards, Metrology and Quality (STAMEQ), representatives of government agencies, valued partners, customers and generations of QUATEST 3's leaders, employees and staff.
 

     

The celebration was not only an opportunity to reflect on five decades of development but also a significant milestone reaffirming QUATEST 3's position as one of Vietnam's leading technical organizations in standards, metrology, testing, inspection, certification and conformity assessment. Throughout its journey, the Center has remained committed to supporting businesses, serving public administration and contributing to the country's sustainable development.
 
     
Mr. Tran Quoc Dung, Director of QUATEST 3
 
Originally established on 6 April 1976 as the Institute of Standards, QUATEST 3 has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of Vietnam's economic and industrial development. In 1994, the organization was officially renamed the Quality Assurance and Testing Center 3 and in 2006, the QUATEST 3 brand was formally introduced, becoming a trusted symbol of technical excellence, quality and reliability.
 
A tribute to the former leaders of QUATEST 3 in recognition of their invaluable contributions throughout the Center's 50-year journey

From a small organization with only a few dozen employees, QUATEST 3 has grown into a leading technical institution with more than 670 professionals, experts and technicians, supported by a modern network of laboratories and facilities for testing, calibration, inspection, certification and conformity assessment across Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam. Over the past five decades, QUATEST 3 has become an essential pillar of Vietnam's national quality infrastructure, making significant contributions to regulatory enforcement while helping businesses improve product quality, enhance competitiveness and expand into international markets.
 
     
Ms. Nguyen Thi Hue, Deputy Director General of the Department of Organization and Personnel, Ministry of Science and Technology, officiates the presentation ceremony of the Prime Minister's Certificate of Merit and the Minister of Science and Technology's Certificates of Merit to QUATEST 3 and its outstanding individuals.
 

QUATEST 3 is honored to receive the Prime Minister's Certificate of Merit 
 
A highlight of the celebration was the presentation of the Prime Minister's Certificate of Merit to QUATEST 3 in recognition of its outstanding achievements and contributions to national development. This prestigious distinction reflects the dedication and collective efforts of generations of leaders and employees who have contributed to the Center's remarkable journey over the past 50 years.
 

11 outstanding individuals of QUATEST 3 are awarded the Minister of Science and Technology's Certificate of Merit
 
On the same occasion, QUATEST 3 as an organization and 11 outstanding individuals were also awarded the Minister of Science and Technology's Certificate of Merit in recognition of their significant contributions to the development of Vietnam's science and technology sector.
 

Mr. Le Xuan Dinh, Vice Minister of Science and Technology
 
In his keynote address, Mr. Le Xuan Dinh, Vice Minister of Science and Technology, highly commended QUATEST 3 for its important role in supporting state management and providing high-quality technical services to businesses. He expressed his expectation that the Center would continue to strengthen its role as a key component of Vietnam's national quality infrastructure by advancing digital transformation, expanding international cooperation, enhancing technical capabilities in emerging technologies and fostering innovation to support the country's sustainable development.

Over the past 50 years, QUATEST 3 has continuously upheld the values of professionalism, innovation and responsibility. From its beginnings in the early years following Vietnam's reunification, the Center has grown into one of the country's most respected conformity assessment organizations.
 

As QUATEST 3 embarks on its next chapter, it remains committed to technical excellence, innovation and customer-focused services. Building on five decades of experience and the dedication of its highly qualified professionals, the Center will continue to empower businesses, strengthen Vietnam's national quality infrastructure and contribute to sustainable economic growth and global integration.
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