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Science – technology, innovation central to Vietnam’s development strategy

As localities nationwide race to realise the Politburo's Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science – technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation, many are fast-tracking action plans, deploying new technologies, and forming novel growth models. But the rollout is exposing the need for further institutional reform, financing mechanisms, and infrastructure to unlock resources for sustainable development.

Institutional improvement key to driving innovation: PM

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has reiterated Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s view that Vietnam must create a new breakthrough in institutional framework and legislation, turning them into a growth driver.

Vietnam, UK strengthen parliamentary cooperation in science, innovation

The delegation paid a courtesy call on Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons Judith Cummins at the UK Parliament, during which the two sides welcomed the development of the two countries' relations, and agreed to strengthen cooperation between the Vietnamese NA and the UK Parliament.

Solutions needed to turn science, technology, innovation into key growth driver

Development efforts should properly recognise and leverage the role of science and technology in creating new economic models based on emerging resources.

Party chief calls for building national capacity for innovation, adaptation

The new development model must place people at the centre as the objective, driving force and key actor of development. All development policies should aim to improve people’s material and spiritual well-being, creative capacity, dignity, opportunities for advancement and equitable access to development benefits, said top leader To Lam.

Fostering skilled workforce for innovation era: experts

Experts said close coordination among State management agencies, research institutes, universities, and businesses will improve training quality and serve the dual goals of quality education and practical research application.

Vietnam’s startup ecosystem gains momentum on global stage

According to the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026 released by StartupBlink, Vietnam climbed five places to rank 50th globally, marking its highest position ever in the annual rankings.

Young Vietnamese intellectuals in Thailand promote innovation cooperation

Vietnamese students and intellectuals in Thailand could contribute to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally by actively organising and participating in Vietnamese cultural festivals and exchange activities.

Vietnamese association launched in France to foster technology, AI cooperation

In the context of the growing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and France, Hai said GCVF should position itself as a bridge for knowledge and technology transfer, bringing scientific and technological achievements from France and Europe to support Vietnam’s practical development needs.

VIPC Summit 2026 highlights Vietnam’s ambitions in strategic technologies

Through the VIPC Summit 2026, Vietnam aims to reaffirm its commitment to building a transparent, competitive and internationally integrated investment environment, while promoting new financial mechanisms and institutions to make science, technology, innovation and digital transformation strategic growth motivation in the coming years.

Breakthroughs in Resolution 57 implementation need to be measured by results

With synchronised direction and unified implementation, ministries, sectors and localities are translating the Resolution into concrete institutions, mobilised resources and measurable outcomes.

Resolution 57 delivers tangible outcomes from local practice

In the course of implementing this resolution, the northern province of Quang Ninh has emerged as one of the early movers in translating strategic orientations into comprehensive development models linked to innovation and digital transformation.

Resolution 57 refines technology priorities for new growth phase

The Ministry of Science and Technology is seeking feedback on a draft Prime Minister decision outlining four key categories: priority high technologies for investment, encouraged high-tech products, strategic technologies, and strategic tech products. The move is intended to capture emerging technology trends while strengthening the policy framework for high-tech development.

Hanoi’s innovation centre to drive digital transformation, creative industries

HIC is envisioned as a central “brain” connecting data, resources, policies, technology and culture to address urban development challenges, operate the national innovation ecosystem, promote a sustainable digital economy and digital society, improve the quality of life for local residents, and foster creative industries, particularly cultural industries linked to Hanoi’s identity.

Quang Ninh embraces digital innovation to accelerate tourism growth

In 2026, Quang Ninh aims to attract more than 22 million visitors, including 5.2 million international arrivals, with total tourism revenue projected to reach at least 65 trillion VND.