From Growth to Innovation - A new development model driven by Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vũ Hải Quân, Minister of Science and Technology of Viet Nam, discusses why science, technology and digital transformation are becoming new engines of growth, and why international cooperation, including with Singapore, will play a decisive role in turning ideas into value.
Viet Nam and Finland promote cooperation in strategic technology and digital infrastructure
On October 15, 2026, Minister Vu Hai Quan hosted a working session with Mr. Ville Tavio, Minister of Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland. The two sides discussed expanding cooperation in science, technology, innovation, digital transformation, and key strategic technology sectors.
Vietnamese female doctor wins First Prize at the 2026 ASEAN - U.S. Science prize for women
On the afternoon of October 14, 2026, in Da Nang, as part of the 90th ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation Meeting (COSTI-90), Dr. Ha Thi Thanh Huong (Viet Nam) outstandingly won First Prize in the Mid-Career Category at the 2026 ASEAN–U.S. Science Prize for Women.
COSTI-90: ASEAN drives resource mobilization to translate science, technology, and innovation cooperation into practice
At the 21st Meeting of the Advisory Body to the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation (BAC-21), delegates focused their discussions on resource mobilization mechanisms, the implementation of priority initiatives, and methods to measure the effectiveness of the ASEAN Plan of Action on Science, Technology and Innovation (APASTI) for the 2026–2035 period.
"Science and technology not only support ASEAN's development but also help shape its future"
This was the message delivered by Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan at the Plenary Session of the 90th ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation Meeting (COSTI-90), which opened on the afternoon of October 14, 2026, in Da Nang.
Hue strengthens links between government, researchers and businesses to bring research to market
02:49From 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
03:49More 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
Viet 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
This 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.
Minister Vu Hai Quan: Nuclear safety is the paramount requirement, zero error allowed
"In nuclear development, safety must be the top priority, and there is no room for error." This key message was emphasized by Minister Vu Hai Quan during a working session with the Agency for Radiation and Nuclear Safety on October 7, 2026.
