The Power of the Five Elements: FPT’s Abundant Qi in 2023, as Foretold by Truong Gia Binh

Chairman Truong Gia Binh elaborated on the concept of Yin-Yang balance and the Five Elements, a fundamental aspect of traditional Vietnamese culture. He explained that each year is associated with a pair of Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches, representing the movement of heaven and earth, respectively.

The Heavenly Stem for the Year of the Tiger is “At,” which belongs to the wood element, characterized by both hardness and softness. This wood element symbolizes nature and encompasses all the secrets that have only been partially discovered, much like the ever-evolving field of technology.

The “hard” aspect refers to the solid foundation that FPT has established. The group enjoys excellent relationships with industry leaders, notably NVIDIA, which has opened AI factories in Vietnam and Japan and boasts the most powerful AI computing system infrastructure today.

On the other hand, the “soft” aspect pertains to core technology, digital transformation, green transformation, and AI transformation. While the world faces a severe talent shortage, FPT possesses a distinct advantage in this regard, attracting many young talents who aspire to contribute to Vietnam’s global standing.

As for the Earthly Branch, “Ty” signifies the movement of the earth and conveys resilience, flexibility, and continuity. The new year is expected to bring about revolutions, with geopolitical tensions heightening and giving rise to factions. Fortunately, Vietnam has been strategically chosen as a partner by numerous countries worldwide.

Additionally, the fourth industrial revolution continues to accelerate, driven by Generative AI and the emergence of new trends. In response, Vietnam has embraced the digital transformation revolution and enacted Resolution 57 to navigate this new era.

“Ty” also corresponds to the fire element, symbolizing determination and passion, which, when combined with the wood element, ignites a relentless flame. Chairman Truong Gia Binh likened this flame to the unwavering spirit of a nation, and FPT is at the forefront of this pivotal moment.

In the context of mutual generation and mutual restriction, wood restrains earth, and metal restrains wood. Earth represents the leadership of FPT, implying that the management team must exert themselves to identify and seize the significant opportunities that lie ahead.

Moreover, metal symbolizes money, indicating that FPT must demonstrate its commitment to seizing these opportunities through investment and exceptional development.

Concluding his thoughts, Chairman Truong Gia Binh asserted, “In summary, all these elements are in harmony with FPT, and we will enter the Year of the Tiger 2025 with abundant positive energy. In other words, we cannot avoid it even if we want to because it is coming faster than we can keep up.”

Discussing the element of “Human Harmony,” Mr. Truong Gia Binh emphasized that it represents the FPT Corporation and every member of the FPT family. He expressed his gratitude for the sense of camaraderie within the group, quoting, “Our comrades are our family, and our comrades are one.” This sentiment captures the essence of unity, shared endeavors, and mutual enjoyment that binds the FPT community together.

At FPT, there is an atmosphere of openness and sharing. Employees are encouraged to candidly share their thoughts and directly propose new ideas to the leadership, including the Chairman and CEO. Should an idea be deemed feasible and promising, the entire corporation unites with unwavering consensus and dedication to bring it to fruition.

Mr. Truong Gia Binh concluded by stating that FPT has now gathered all three critical factors: Heaven’s time, Earth’s advantage, and Human harmony, setting the stage for new strides and breakthroughs. He shared his vision for the future, saying, “In 2025, FPT will embark on a completely new chapter. We will not only expand within Vietnam but also continue to grow and strengthen our presence on the international stage.”