Top Vietnamese, Chinese leaders witness signing of numerous cooperation documents
The 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.
Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology Week 21
03:06Over 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.
Deputy PM calls for stronger action against intellectual property violations
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has directed ministries and agencies to conduct a comprehensive review of laws and regulations governing the enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights, aiming to promptly address legal bottlenecks, improve enforcement effectiveness and help foster a culture of respect for IP rights in Vietnam.
IP enforcement actions triple as government tightens oversight
Since the Prime Minister issued Directive 38, which directs ministries and agencies to strengthen efforts against IP violations, 1,438 cases had been detected and processed as of May 27.
Viet Nam, Philippines foster cooperation in digital inclusion, e-government, and emerging technologies
Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan held a working session with Philippine Secretary of Information and Communications Technology Henry Aguda in the Philippines on May 31, 2026.
Viet Nam, Singapore exchange experience in digital economy development
Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan held a working session with the Singaporean Ministry of Digital Development and Information in Singapore on May 30, 2026, to exchange experience and promote cooperation in digital economy development.
Enhancing "Triple Helix" Cooperation between Viet Nam and Singapore
This is one of the key focal points emphasized by Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan during his opening remarks at the Viet Nam - Singapore Technology Connectivity Forum, held on the afternoon of May 29, 2026, in Singapore.
Viet Nam and Singapore discuss five priority areas for cooperation in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation
At the opening of the Viet Nam - Singapore TechConnect Forum, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan stressed that Viet Nam identified science, technology, innovation and digital transformation as key drivers of rapid and sustainable growth.
Viet Nam - Singapore Tech Connect Forum
On 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.
Promoting Viet Nam - Thailand cooperation in science, technology, and innovation
On May 28, 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan met with Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Yodchanan Wongsawat to discuss orientations for advancing Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) cooperation between the two nations.
