Promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems
02:11The Prime Minister issued Decision No. 33 promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems, aiming to concretize legal provisions on artificial intelligence and establish a basis for the management and supervision of AI systems that may have significant impacts on the lawful rights and interests of organizations and individuals, public interests, national security, and social order and safety. The Decision will take effect from August 15, 2026.
From July 1, online public services shift to 4-Tier proactive model
02:51Government Decree No. 224, which took effect on July 1, 2026, establishes a nationwide unified model for online public services. The regulation introduces a new four-tier proactive classification aimed at cutting time and costs for administrative procedures.
Around 1,500 experts in standards, metrology and quality to be trained by 2030
02:06The Prime Minister signed Decision No. 1202/QD-TTg, dated July 3, 2026, approving a national project on developing human resources for the standards, metrology and quality sector nationwide through 2030 and beyond.
Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology - Week 26
04:39Welcome back to Weekly Highlights in Science and Technology – Week 26.We begin today's bulletin with updates from the National Conference reviewing 18 months of implementing Resolution No. 57.
Promulgating evaluation criteria for AI platforms supporting public administration
01:45A national set of criteria for evaluating AI platforms supporting public service operations has recently been issued under Decision No. 2847 dated June 19, establishes specific requirements on safety, data control, legal responsibility, and technological self-reliance.
Strengthening telecommunications service quality managementto ensure a solid foundation for digital transformation
02:01The 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.
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Viet Nam encourages Qualcomm to expand cooperation in AI, semiconductors and R&D
Viet Nam has encouraged Qualcomm to broaden cooperation in artificial intelligence, semiconductors and research and development, while stepping up support for technology commercialisation, talent development and the innovation ecosystem.
Viet Nam and Singapore strengthen capacity building and digital government cooperation
Viet Nam and Singapore agreed to expand cooperation in training, digital government and business connectivity during a meeting between Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong and Singapore Ambassador to Viet Nam Rajpal Singh on July 17, 2026.
Minister Vu Hai Quan: Viet Nam considers intellectual property a key pillar of development
Addressing the 68th session of the General Assemblies of the Member States of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam is steering towards a socio-economic development model driven by science, technology, and innovation, with intellectual property serving as a particularly important pillar.
Promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems
02:11The Prime Minister issued Decision No. 33 promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems, aiming to concretize legal provisions on artificial intelligence and establish a basis for the management and supervision of AI systems that may have significant impacts on the lawful rights and interests of organizations and individuals, public interests, national security, and social order and safety. The Decision will take effect from August 15, 2026.
Ministry of Science and Technology and IAEA promote strategic cooperation on nuclear science and technology
On 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.
Ministry of Science and Technology and WEF boost cooperation in AI and semiconductor technology
On the morning of July 8, 2026, during a working session with Maroun Kairouz, Executive Director of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam prioritizes the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor technology as key drivers for growth.
