Vietnam among top contenders in ASEAN Digital Awards finals
The awards aim to help promote innovation, anticipate emerging technology trends, and recognise the role of digital transformation in driving socio-economic development across ASEAN countries.
Resolution spurs digital transformation as localities turn policy into action
A wide range of digital models and digital knowledge initiatives have been rolled out, generating tangible momentum in socio-economic development and accelerating the spread of digital transformation across communities.
Network of Vietnamese AI experts takes shape
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) is intensifying efforts to build a global network of top-tier Vietnamese artificial intelligence (AI) experts to spearhead the country’s key national AI development programs.
Resolution No.57: People should be put at centre of AI governance
Assessing the role of AI, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung emphasised that it is an “intellectual infrastructure.” More than an applied technology, AI is increasingly becoming a form of national infrastructure, comparable to electricity, telecommunications or the Internet.
5G technology expansion expected to boost Vietnam’s digital economy
The Ministry of Science and Technology reported that by 2025, 5G had been commercialised nationwide, covering more than 90% of the population. Viettel alone has deployed 30,000 5G base stations, achieving 90% outdoor coverage and 70% indoor coverage, exceeding its commitments to the Government.
Law opens new development spaces for Vietnam’s technology firms
First enacted in 2008, the Law on High Technology laid the foundation for the establishment of high-tech parks, the attraction of investment into key technological fields, and the promotion of research and development (R&D).
Centre established to support semiconductor chip pilot production
The centre will provide essential infrastructure and public services to support semiconductor design and prototyping as part of Vietnam’s broader industrial strategy.
Resolution 57: Party chief’s conclusion on science-technology, innovation, digital transformation announced
After one year, both awareness and action across the political system have improved, underscoring the Resolution’s timeliness and effectiveness in removing bottlenecks and driving development.
Digital technology industry surpasses 2025 targets
Viet Nam's digital technology industry solidified its role as a major economic driver in 2025, delivering strong financial and export performance that far surpassed targets, according to the latest report by the Ministry of Science and Technology.
Vietnamese tech enterprises take the lead in mastering core technologies
On the journey to implement the “Make in Viet Nam” policy, Vietnamese technology enterprises have taken the lead, boldly investing in and mastering technology to create products that are “innovated in Viet Nam, made in Viet Nam”. Their efforts have contributed to socio-economic development and strengthened the country’s technological self-reliance.