Science and Technology Weekly Highlights – Week 18
02:41From May 4 to 10, science, technology, innovation and digital transformation activities continued to gain strong momentum, marked by strategic technology cooperation with international partners, the establishment of national strategic technology groups, the promotion of innovation, and stronger human connectivity in the digital era.
Estonia's digital citizenship strategy offers valuable lessons for Viet Nam's digital transformation
The Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the Ministry of Science and Technology, hosted an international conference in Ha Noi on June 5 to exchange experiences on Estonia’s digital citizenship strategy as Viet Nam is advancing towards a digital government, digital economy and digital society.
Party chief calls for building national capacity for innovation, adaptation
A forthcoming resolution on Viet Nam’s new development model must affirm that the country's core development philosophy in the new era is to build national capacity for innovation, self-reliance and adaptation, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam said on June 4.
Deputy Prime Minister demands tangible results in strategic tech development
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung on June 4 underscored the need for drastic and coordinated action, and measurable outcomes as he chaired the first meeting of the Government task force on strategic technology development, a move meant to realise under the Prime Minister’s recent Decision 808/QD-TTg.
Viet Nam's hi-tech exports surpass 50% as startup ranking hits record
Hi-tech products accounted for 50.76% of Viet Nam's total exports in the first quarter, reported the Ministry of Science and Technology.
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.