Strategic Dialogue Forum opens in Ha Noi
News & Gallery 25/06/2026The opening ceremony of the Strategic Dialogue Forum, Viet Nam’s Next Growth Model: Leveraging Strategic Technologies for Competitiveness and Sustainable Growth was held in Ha Noi on June 25, 2026.
Ministry of Science and Technology and OECD boost cooperation on innovation, data, and preparations for APEC 2027
News & Gallery 25/06/2026On the morning of June 25, 2026, during a working session with an OECD delegation led by Deputy Secretary-General Yasushi Masaki, Minister Vu Hai Quan stated that Vietnam is developing key orientations and policies to drive economic growth based on science, technology, and innovation (STI).
PM tasks ministries, central agencies with 20 strategic technology development initiatives
News & Gallery 23/06/2026At Decision No. 808/QD-TTg dated May 8, 2026, the Prime Minister assigned 10 ministries and central agencies to carry out 20 science, technology, and innovation tasks for the development of strategic technologies.
Viet Nam, Japan expand research cooperation and young talent exchange
News & Gallery 26/06/2026During a reception on June 26 for Japanese Ambassador to Viet Nam Ito Naoki, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan discussed key cooperation activities between the two countries. The Minister emphasized that Viet Nam and Japan need to build science and technology cooperation programs based on a spirit of mutual benefit and shared responsibility, targeting long-term, specific goals and substantive outcomes.
Ministry of Science and Technology proposes four cooperation orientations with Coherent Group
News & Gallery 26/06/2026On June 26, 2026, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan received Jeff Place, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Coherent Group.
Intellectual property enforcement vital for Viet Nam’s development
News & Gallery 26/06/2026During a working session with Virginia B. Foote, Chairwoman of AmCham Ha Noi, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Hoang Minh discussed issues related to the U.S. Special 301 Report, affirming that Viet Nam proactively protects and enforces intellectual property (IP) rights for the sake of its own national development.
Ministry of Science and Technology studies Croatia’s experience in Universal Postal Service delivery
News & Gallery 26/06/2026A delegation from the Vietnamese Ministry of Science and Technology, led by Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long, visited and worked with the Croatian Post on June 23, 2026, to study international experience in universal postal service delivery. The working session was part of a working visit to gather international practices for drafting the revised Law on Post.
Viet Nam, Laos foster cooperation in science, technology, innovation, and education
News & Gallery 26/06/2026On June 25, 2026, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong paid a courtesy call on Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education and Sports, Thongsalith Mangnormek. The meeting was held within the framework of Deputy Minister Phuong's working visit to Laos to attend the 22nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology, and Innovation (AMMSTI-22).
Policy Focus
- Celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day, 21 April
- Vietnam launches talks to join expanded Information Technology Agreement
- Safe operation of two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035
- New President of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi appointed
- Strategic tech must address practical challenges: PM
Celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day, 21 April
Policy Focus 21/04/2026On 21 April 2026, the Ministry of Science and Technology held a ceremony to mark World Creativity and Innovation Day. Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan and former Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung attended the event.
UNESCO extends recognition of 2 Category II science centres in Vietnam
Announcement 17/04/2026The continued operation and enhancement of the two Category II centres under UNESCO’s auspices reflect Vietnam’s policy of positioning science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development, while closely linking scientific advancement with deeper and more substantive international integration in the current context.
Top Vietnamese, Chinese leaders witness signing of numerous cooperation documents
Announcement 15/04/2026The documents include an MoU on cooperation within the framework of the Global Security Initiative between the Governments of Vietnam and China, an MoU on cooperation between Hanoi and Beijing for the 2026-2030 period, and a protocol on the establishment, management, and operation of a ministerial-level hotline between the two countries' Ministries of Public Security.
General Secretary and President of Vietnam holds talks with Chinese counterpart
Announcement 15/04/2026Amid complex global developments, the two leaders affirmed that the two Parties and countries should further strengthen solidarity, enhance strategic trust, and promote policy connectivity, trade, infrastructure, and energy.
Safe operation of two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035
Policy Focus 09/04/2026The atomic energy strategy aims to complete and safely operate the two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035, contributing to energy security and sustainable development.
New President of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi appointed
Policy Focus 02/04/2026Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has appointed Mr. Bui The Duy as new Director of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi.
Strengthening telecommunications service quality managementto ensure a solid foundation for digital transformation
Photo-Video 24/06/2026The Ministry of Science and Technology has issued Circular No. 28 on May 31, stipulating the List of telecommunications services subject to mandatory quality management. This marks an important step in strengthening state management of telecommunications, aiming to ensure the quality of essential services, protect users' rights and interests, and create a stable infrastructure foundation for the development of the digital economy and digital society.
03:24
Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology - Week 24
Photo-Video 21/06/2026From 15 to 21 June, a range of notable activities in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, markedby significant milestones ininternational cooperation, the refinement of policy mechanisms, and the development of strategic technologies and digital infrastructure to support the country's development.
02:41
Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology News – Week 23
Photo-Video 16/06/2026From June 8 to 14, the fields of science,technology, innovation, and digital transformation witnessed a range of notable activities, focusing on improving institutional frameworks, strengthening digital infrastructure, promoting international cooperation, and supporting businesses and household businesses in digital transformation, thereby creating additional momentum for the growth of the digital economy.
03:06
Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology Week 21
Photo-Video 04/06/2026Over the past week, science, technology, innovation and digital transformation continued to affirm their role as key drivers of national development, marked by significant progress in policy thinking, digital infrastructure and international cooperation.
01:56
Paving the Way for Safe and Responsible AI Development
Photo-Video 28/05/2026Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly embedded in manufacturing, business, public administration and everyday life. Alongside the opportunities for innovation comes anurgent need to manage risks, protect users and ensure that AI is developed in a transparent and responsible manner.
Portals of units under the Ministry
