UNESCO extends recognition of 2 Category II science centres in Vietnam
The continued operation and enhancement of the two Category II centres under UNESCO’s auspices reflect Vietnam’s policy of positioning science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development, while closely linking scientific advancement with deeper and more substantive international integration in the current context.
Vietnam launches talks to join expanded Information Technology Agreement
Vietnam considers the expanded Information Technology Agreement an important mechanism for promoting trade liberalisation in IT products, reducing costs and improving access to technology, while supporting global innovation.
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.
General Secretary and President of Vietnam holds talks with Chinese counterpart
Amid complex global developments, the two leaders affirmed that the two Parties and countries should further strengthen solidarity, enhance strategic trust, and promote policy connectivity, trade, infrastructure, and energy.
Biometric verification required for mobile device changes from April 15
The policy is designed to enhance security, particularly in cases where users lose their SIM cards but fail to promptly deactivate them, creating opportunities for fraud or illegal activities.
Safe operation of two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035
The atomic energy strategy aims to complete and safely operate the two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035, contributing to energy security and sustainable development.
National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled
By 2030, the strategy targets a total of 5 million business entities, including at least 10,000 innovative start-ups.
Strengthening inter-sectoral coordination in implementing administrative procedure reform
The signing and implementation of the Inter-sectoral Coordination Regulations among the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Public Security, and the Ministry of Science and Technology will help to make administrative procedure reform more substantive and effective, better meeting the goals and requirements of national development and the expectations of the people in the new period.
New President of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi appointed
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has appointed Mr. Bui The Duy as new Director of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi.
Strategic tech must address practical challenges: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for the rollout of a strategic technology development programme, alongside the completion of incentive policies to attract tech giants and develop key tech products, particularly in semiconductors and AI.