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 - Thailand promote implementation of agreement on science, technology and innovation cooperation
On the morning of May 28, 2026, in Bangkok, witnessed by senior leaders of both countries, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan exchanged diplomatic notes (Letter of Intent) with Professor Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand (MHESI).
Five Vietnamese scientists named among Asia’s top 100 researchers in 2026
The inclusion of Vietnamese researchers in the 2026 Asian Scientist 100 list alongside Nobel laureates highlights Vietnam’s increasing integration into the global scientific community and its expanding research capabilities.
Viet Nam, EU spur cooperation in science-technology, innovation
Viet Nam and the EU are set to deepen cooperation in science, technology and innovation through the signing of a Letter of Intent aimed at advancing bilateral commitments and fostering stronger connections between Viet Nam’s research community, businesses and innovation ecosystem and the EU’s major cooperation programs.
Prime Minister urges ASEAN to strengthen internal solidarity at 46th ASEAN Summit Retreat
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on ASEAN to strengthen internal solidarity, uphold its central role, and maintain balanced relations with major powers by effectively utilizing the bloc's existing mechanisms.
Hanoi to host exhibition on science, technology, and digital innovation
The exhibition highlights 80 years of contributions from the science and technology, postal, and telecommunications sectors, focusing on three key pillars: science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation. It emphasises the role of these sectors in the nation’s struggle for independence, unification, defence, and development.
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Promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems
02:11The Prime Minister issued Decision No. 33 promulgating the List of high-risk artificial intelligence systems, aiming to concretize legal provisions on artificial intelligence and establish a basis for the management and supervision of AI systems that may have significant impacts on the lawful rights and interests of organizations and individuals, public interests, national security, and social order and safety. The Decision will take effect from August 15, 2026.
Ministry of Science and Technology and IAEA promote strategic cooperation on nuclear science and technology
On July 9, 2026, during a working session with Deputy Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Najat Mokhtar, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam attaches great importance to the development of nuclear science and technology, viewing it as one of the key sectors playing a crucial role in the national energy structure.
Ministry of Science and Technology and WEF boost cooperation in AI and semiconductor technology
On the morning of July 8, 2026, during a working session with Maroun Kairouz, Executive Director of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan affirmed that Viet Nam prioritizes the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor technology as key drivers for growth.
From July 1, online public services shift to 4-Tier proactive model
02:51Government Decree No. 224, which took effect on July 1, 2026, establishes a nationwide unified model for online public services. The regulation introduces a new four-tier proactive classification aimed at cutting time and costs for administrative procedures.
Around 1,500 experts in standards, metrology and quality to be trained by 2030
02:06The Prime Minister signed Decision No. 1202/QD-TTg, dated July 3, 2026, approving a national project on developing human resources for the standards, metrology and quality sector nationwide through 2030 and beyond.
Three strategic technology products expected to deliver breakthroughs in 2026
With strong leadership from the Party and the State, together with the determination of ministries, sectors, and localities, Viet Nam will achieve important initial milestones in strategic technology development within this year
