Top Vietnamese, Chinese leaders witness signing of numerous cooperation documents
The documents include an MoU on cooperation within the framework of the Global Security Initiative between the Governments of Vietnam and China, an MoU on cooperation between Hanoi and Beijing for the 2026-2030 period, and a protocol on the establishment, management, and operation of a ministerial-level hotline between the two countries' Ministries of Public Security.
General Secretary and President of Vietnam holds talks with Chinese counterpart
Amid complex global developments, the two leaders affirmed that the two Parties and countries should further strengthen solidarity, enhance strategic trust, and promote policy connectivity, trade, infrastructure, and energy.
Biometric verification required for mobile device changes from April 15
The policy is designed to enhance security, particularly in cases where users lose their SIM cards but fail to promptly deactivate them, creating opportunities for fraud or illegal activities.
Safe operation of two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035
The atomic energy strategy aims to complete and safely operate the two Ninh Thuan nuclear power plants by 2035, contributing to energy security and sustainable development.
Reforming research funding mechanisms: Using results as the benchmark
The draft Decree on the organisation and operation of the National Foundation for Science and Technology Development (NAFOSTED) is currently open for public comment, aiming to improve the legal framework and enhance the independence, transparency, and effectiveness of funding.
Paving the way for biotechnology to break through as a key economic and technical sector
01:48The Government has issued Directive No. 13/CT-TTg dated April 21, 2026, calling for focused efforts to develop and effectively apply biotechnology in production and daily life, with the goal of turning the bioindustry into an important economic and technical sector serving national construction and defense.
Market transparency through product quality standards
02:37A new regulation is having a direct impact on products circulating in the market: from household electrical appliances and packaged food to technical services, all must comply with common standards on quality and safety.
Vietnam charts UAV strategy as Hanoi eyes low-altitude economy
Vietnam is accelerating a national strategy to develop unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as a cornerstone of its emerging low-altitude economy, with Hanoi positioning itself to pilot new governance models, regulatory sandboxes and early-stage applications in controlled airspace.
SK Group partners to build AI ecosystem in Vietnam
SK Innovation and SK Telecom signed MoUs with Nghe An province and the National Innovation Centre of Vietnam to advance AI ecosystem development and support the country’s long-term growth strategy.
Viet Nam, South Korea spur science and technology linkages
Vietnamese Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan and Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT Bae Kyung Hoon co-chaired the Viet Nam-South Korea Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation in Ha Noi on April 24.
Vietnam, RoK team up on sci-tech, innovation at Hanoi forum
The event focused on matching demand, forging partnerships and accelerating concrete joint projects to deliver actual results for both economies.
New decision sets out 20 national databases
Decision No. 11/2026/QĐ-TTg, issued by the Prime Minister on March 28, 2026, sets out a list of 20 national databases.
Vietnam, RoK step up investment cooperation in tech, innovation startups
The Vietnam - RoK cooperation is shifting from traditional models to innovation-driven partnerships and co-creation of value, said Minister Counsellor Nguyen Thi Thai Binh.
Vietnamese, Korean Deputy Prime Ministers discuss AI, talent cooperation
VGP - Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung and South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT Lee Jae Myung discussed ways to expand cooperation between the two countries in science and technology, industry and other areas during their meeting in Ha Noi on April 22.
Scientific Innovation Competition opens to OVs, boosting global talent linkages
In response to World Creativity and Innovation Day 2026, the contest provides a platform for individuals and teams nationwide who are passionate about research, creativity, and practical application of science, while promoting a movement of scientific inquiry within the community, particularly among young people.
Viet Nam to prioritize funding for strategic, core technologies
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has stressed the need to prioritise resources and increase the proportion of spending on strategic, high-tech, and core technologies within the State budget for science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day, 21 April
On 21 April 2026, the Ministry of Science and Technology held a ceremony to mark World Creativity and Innovation Day. Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan and former Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung attended the event.
Vietnam turning ideas into value, aspirations into reality
Resolution No. 57 of the Politburo on breakthroughs in science-technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation is being vigorously implemented nationwide. Within this framework, innovation is increasingly recognised as a key engine for rapid and sustainable growth.
UNESCO extends recognition of 2 Category II science centres in Vietnam
The continued operation and enhancement of the two Category II centres under UNESCO’s auspices reflect Vietnam’s policy of positioning science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development, while closely linking scientific advancement with deeper and more substantive international integration in the current context.
Vietnam launches talks to join expanded Information Technology Agreement
Vietnam considers the expanded Information Technology Agreement an important mechanism for promoting trade liberalisation in IT products, reducing costs and improving access to technology, while supporting global innovation.
National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled
By 2030, the strategy targets a total of 5 million business entities, including at least 10,000 innovative start-ups.
Strengthening inter-sectoral coordination in implementing administrative procedure reform
The signing and implementation of the Inter-sectoral Coordination Regulations among the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Public Security, and the Ministry of Science and Technology will help to make administrative procedure reform more substantive and effective, better meeting the goals and requirements of national development and the expectations of the people in the new period.
New President of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi appointed
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has appointed Mr. Bui The Duy as new Director of Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi.
Strategic tech must address practical challenges: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for the rollout of a strategic technology development programme, alongside the completion of incentive policies to attract tech giants and develop key tech products, particularly in semiconductors and AI.
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