Viet Nam - Russia: Sharing experiences in digital transformation and modernizing state governance
News & Gallery 07/10/2026On October 6, 2026, during a working session with the delegation of officials and leaders from Russia, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Pham Duc Long emphasized that digital transformation is not merely a technological issue, but primarily one of institutions, governance models, and execution.
Viet Nam advances specialised chip development to strengthen semiconductor capabilities
Photo-Video 07/10/2026Viet Nam has identified the semiconductor industry as a priority area in its efforts to strengthen strategic technological capabilities. Specialised chips are seen as a segment where Vietnamese enterprises have significant room to move further up the value chain. However, major challenges remain, from chip design and pilot production to testing and commercialisation.
Quang Tri: Digital transformation reshapes public service delivery
Photo-Video 05/10/2026Digital transformation in public administration goes far beyond moving paperwork online. What ultimately matters is whether it makes public services easier to access and government more effective: fewer trips, shorter waiting times and lower costs for citizens; simpler and more transparent procedures for businesses; and faster, better-coordinated, data-driven decision-making across government agencies. In Quang Tri, this shift is taking shape from the commune level to the provincial administration as the two-tier local government model comes into operation.
Hue strengthens links between government, researchers and businesses to bring research to market
Photo-Video 11/10/2026From heritage conservation and the digital economy to better governance and improved services for citizens and businesses, Hue is facing a range of development challenges that call for solutions from science, technology and innovation. The key question is how these real-world needs can be translated into relevant research tasks, and how research results can then move into practical application, production and the market.
Hue advances data-driven urban governance
Photo-Video 09/10/2026More than 1.3 million accounts, nearly 800 cameras, over 80 dashboards and more than 985 data tables are now being used across Hue's smart urban ecosystem. The city is advancing digital transformation in urban governance by integrating data directly into monitoring, supervision and day-to-day administration. From citizen feedback and camera feeds to socio-economic indicators, multiple data sources are gradually being connected, standardised and used through shared digital platforms.
Viet Nam and Russia promote cooperation in strategic technology research
News & Gallery 09/10/2026Viet Nam-Russia scientific and technological cooperation is heading toward specific research tasks tied to strategic technology development, workforce training, and technology transfer.
Viet Nam and Assystem discuss cooperation in developing nuclear power capacities
News & Gallery 09/10/2026This was the key takeaway from the reception and working meeting between Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Le Xuan Dinh and Stéphanie Aubarbier, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Assystem, on October 8, 2026, aimed at promoting cooperation in the fields of atomic energy, nuclear power, and human resource development.
Viet Nam prepares for the next generation of Internet infrastructure
Photo-Video 07/10/2026The Internet has become essential infrastructure for the digital economy and digital society. As online services expand and billions of devices come online, IPv4 address space is increasingly constrained, while emerging technologies such as IoT, 5G, 6G, cloud computing and AI are placing greater demands on Internet infrastructure. IPv6 was developed to address these limitations. With its vastly larger address space, it enables broader connectivity, supports new digital services and provides a foundation for the next generation of Internet infrastructure.
Policy Focus
- Viet Nam and Russia promote cooperation in strategic technology research
- Viet Nam and Assystem discuss cooperation in developing nuclear power capacities
- Viet Nam - Russia: Sharing experiences in digital transformation and modernizing state governance
- Minister Vu Hai Quan proposes three key areas of cooperation with Japan
- Expanding space for Viet Nam - Australia cooperation on strategic technology
Private telecommunications network license granted to Amazon Kuiper Viet Nam
News & Gallery 25/09/2026On the morning of September 23, 2026 (local time), in New York, witnessed by General Secretary and State President To Lam, Minister Vu Hai Quan handed over the license to establish a private telecommunications network to Amazon Kuiper Viet Nam Co., Ltd.
General Secretary and President To Lam leaves for UNGA 81 high-level debate
News & Gallery 21/09/2026General Secretary and President To Lam on Sunday departed Ha Noi on Sunday morning for New York to attend the high-level general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81).
General Secretary and President To Lam starts visits to Russia and France
News & Gallery 07/09/2026General Secretary and President To Lam left Ha Noi on Monday for a State visit to Russia and an official visit to France where he will attend the International Space Summit.
Proposed early planning of infrastructure for 6G and 7G
Photo-Video 21/08/20266G and 7G have yet to be deployed, but infrastructure requirements are already being considered at an early stage. At the First Extraordinary Session of the 16th National Assembly, several deputies called on the Ministry of Science and Technology to promptly develop plans for passive telecommunications infrastructure, enabling businesses to proactively invest in, build, and share infrastructure.
Viet Nam shapes a clear artificial intelligence strategy
News & Gallery 25/07/2026Speaking at the APEC Ministerial Meeting on Digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) held in China on July 23, 2026, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam has formulated a clear AI development strategy, firmly built upon three core pillars.
Ministry of Science and Technology and IAEA promote strategic cooperation on nuclear science and technology
News & Gallery 09/07/2026On July 9, 2026, during a working session with Deputy Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Najat Mokhtar, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam attaches great importance to the development of nuclear science and technology, viewing it as one of the key sectors playing a crucial role in the national energy structure.
Viet Nam, Germany expand cooperation in semiconductors and high-tech human resources
News & Gallery 30/06/2026On June 30, 2026, during a working session with German Ambassador to Viet Nam Helga Margarete Barth, Minister Vu Hai Quan discussed key cooperation orientations in scientific research, innovation, and high-tech human resource development, with a focus on semiconductors and green energy transition.
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).
Viet Nam - Singapore Tech Connect Forum
News & Gallery 29/05/2026On May 29, 2026, the Viet Nam - Singapore Tech Connect Forum was held in Singapore as part of the working visit by a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and State President To Lam.
Viet Nam marks Science, Technology and Innovation Day 2026 with focus on strategic technology deployment
News & Gallery 19/05/2026On the morning of May 18, 2026, the Ministry of Science and Technology held the Celebration of Viet Nam Science, Technology and Innovation Day 2026 and the Conference on Strategic Technology Deployment in Ha Noi. Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended the event and delivered the keynote speech.
Viet Nam ranks 43rd among 139 economies in Global Innovation Index
Photo-Video 30/09/2026On the evening of September 29, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) released the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2026 report. Viet Nam ranked 43rd out of 139 countries and economies, moving up one place from 2025. Its innovation output ranking also improved by two places, from 37th to 35th.
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Hue strengthens links between government, researchers and businesses to bring research to market
Photo-Video 11/10/2026From heritage conservation and the digital economy to better governance and improved services for citizens and businesses, Hue is facing a range of development challenges that call for solutions from science, technology and innovation. The key question is how these real-world needs can be translated into relevant research tasks, and how research results can then move into practical application, production and the market.
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Hue advances data-driven urban governance
Photo-Video 09/10/2026More than 1.3 million accounts, nearly 800 cameras, over 80 dashboards and more than 985 data tables are now being used across Hue's smart urban ecosystem. The city is advancing digital transformation in urban governance by integrating data directly into monitoring, supervision and day-to-day administration. From citizen feedback and camera feeds to socio-economic indicators, multiple data sources are gradually being connected, standardised and used through shared digital platforms.
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Viet Nam prepares for the next generation of Internet infrastructure
Photo-Video 07/10/2026The Internet has become essential infrastructure for the digital economy and digital society. As online services expand and billions of devices come online, IPv4 address space is increasingly constrained, while emerging technologies such as IoT, 5G, 6G, cloud computing and AI are placing greater demands on Internet infrastructure. IPv6 was developed to address these limitations. With its vastly larger address space, it enables broader connectivity, supports new digital services and provides a foundation for the next generation of Internet infrastructure.
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Viet Nam advances specialised chip development to strengthen semiconductor capabilities
Photo-Video 07/10/2026Viet Nam has identified the semiconductor industry as a priority area in its efforts to strengthen strategic technological capabilities. Specialised chips are seen as a segment where Vietnamese enterprises have significant room to move further up the value chain. However, major challenges remain, from chip design and pilot production to testing and commercialisation.
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