Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Hoang Minh received and held a working session with Former U.S. Ambassador to Viet Nam Daniel Kritenbrink, Board Member of The Asia Group
On the morning of June 9, 2026, in Ha Noi, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Hoang Minh received and held a working session with Former U.S. Ambassador to Viet Nam Daniel Kritenbrink, Board Member of The Asia Group. The two sides discussed IP rights protection and opportunities for scientific and technological cooperation between Viet Nam and the United States in the new era.
Deputy Minister Hoang Minh emphasized Viet Nam's consistent stance of showing zero tolerance toward IP rights infringements. This is a seamless policy spanning from the guidelines of the Communist Party of Viet Nam to institutionalization into laws and enforcement by ministries, sectors, and localities.
According to the Deputy Minister, protecting IP rights is for the benefit of Viet Nam and its businesses. For Viet Nam to develop and integrate globally, it must strictly enforce IP rights protection. This remains a consistent policy rather than a reactive measure implemented only when concerns arise from the U.S. side.
The two sides also exchanged views on Viet Nam's vision for science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation under Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW. Deputy Minister Hoang Minh noted that the Resolution has driven a powerful shift from awareness to action, making science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation vital drivers for reforming governance and development models, aiming toward high growth targets.
An overview of the working session.
Former Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink highly appreciated Viet Nam's progress in the field of intellectual property. He also expressed The Asia Group's desire to further promote cooperation with Viet Nam in technology, energy, and healthcare.
Deputy Minister Hoang Minh, Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink and other delegates took a group photo
