
National data centre embodies Viet Nam's will, aspiration: PM
National Data Centre No. 1 and the national database system based at this centre, launched on August 18, hold special strategic significance as they contribute to national digital transformation and the development of digital economy, society, workforce, and citizenship, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Each official of Ministry of Science and Technology must be pioneer in own field: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 16 called on the Party organisation of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST), its leaders, and staff to be pioneers in applying and advancing science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation, as these fields are the “inevitable path” for Viet Nam to become a developed and prosperous nation.

Law on Science, Technology and Innovation: Framework for testing emerging technologies
For the first time, a controlled testing mechanism has been enshrined in the Law on Science, Technology and Innovation. This is regarded as a policy breakthrough, providing a flexible legal corridor for new technologies to be introduced, tested early, and gradually developed into practical solutions.

Viet Nam, RoK chart new course for sci-tech collaboration at Seoul dialogue
Party General Secretary To Lam called for a deepened partnership with the Republic of Korea (RoK) to drive innovation, digital transformation, and scientific advancement during a dialogue in Seoul on August 12, as part of his ongoing state visit to the RoK.

Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son works with Nuclear Research Institute
On July 25, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son and a delegation of the Government paid a working visit to the Nuclear Research Institute, located in Lam Vien Ward, Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province.

Conference discusses the development of industrial internet
The Viet Nam Internet Network Information Centre (VNNIC) is hosting the VNNIC Internet Conference (VIC) 2025 in Ha Noi under the theme “Breakthrough Era with the Development of Industrial Internet”.

Việt Nam must strive to independently manufacture semiconductor chips by 2027: PM
Key ongoing projects include initiatives for specialised chip development, the electronics industry, talent attraction and foreign investment in semiconductors.

Creating space for innovative enterprises
The Law on Science, Technology and Innovation has been passed, designating enterprises as the centre of the innovation system, offering a range of preferential policies to encourage businesses to invest in research, develop technology, and enhance their competitiveness.

Gov’t aims to perfect legal framework for digital transformation in 2025
The Government tasked ministries and sectors with completing the legal framework for digital transformation, data systems, personal data protection, and electronic identification in 2025, which is considered the most critical foundation for the national digital transformation agenda.

Science and Technology Exchange aims to commercialise scientific research and technology transfer results
The Viet Nam Science and Technology Exchange not only introduces a modern "technology marketplace" but also marks a significant step forward in institutional reform, promoting the commercialisation of intellectual property and the development of the domestic technology market.