Local tech important for digital transformation: experts
Indigenous technologies are key to facilitating the country’s digital transformation and the widespread adoption of technologies, according to experts.
Made-in-Vietnam technology products are key to the country’s digital transformation, according to experts. (Photo nhandan.com.vn)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Indigenous technologies are key to facilitating thecountry’s digital transformation and the widespread adoption of technologies,according to experts.
DeputyMinister of Information and Communications Phan Tam said Vietnamese technologybusinesses had to be pioneers in terms of disruptive strategies in innovationand digital transformation.
They had tohelp local businesses research and develop products to facilitate economicdevelopment, he said.
Attractinghigh-quality projects in the field on technology was a priority, he added.
Nguyen Duy Hong,deputy director of Smartlog Supply Chain Solutions Corporation, said thegrowing logistics industry, especially in HCM City, offered a great opportunityfor providers of logistics management systems, and domestic businessesgenerally could provide solutions more suited to addressing Vietnam’s logisticproblems than foreign ones.
Le Huu Nguyen,director of MISA Joint Stock Company’s HCM City representative office, said‘Made in Vietnam’ products were often cheaper and tailor-made for Vietnameseusers, making them easier to use.
His companyhad been supplying systems to local authorities to manage schools and payrolls,accounting software to wards and communes and business management systems for awide range of functions such as accounting, sales and human resource management.
ManyVietnamese systems could compete with foreign rivals, and his company had soldproducts to some customers in Europe, he said.
But localsupport was needed first for Vietnamese products to reach foreign markets, headded.
Bui ThiThanh An, deputy head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s tradefacilitation department, said of 283 products honoured as Vietnam NationalBrands in 2020, many utilise digital technologies, indicating the developmentof Vietnam’s ICT industry./.
The Ministry of Planning and Investment and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) co-organised a launch ceremony for the “Supporting Enterprises’ Digital Transformation from 2021 to 2025” programme on December 3 in Hanoi.
The Vietnam Digital Transformation Day (DX Day Vietnam) 2020 is scheduled to take place in Hanoi on December 14-15 with the direct participation of more than 2,500 delegates and over 10,000 others online.
Digital transformation will help enterprises in HCM City’s industrial zones (IZs) and export processing zones (EPZs) improve their competitive advantage in global economic integration by increasing productivity and improving operational efficiency, experts have said.
Vietnam has carried out digital transformation programmes for enterprises and dialogues between companies and senior leaders of ASEAN countries to turn the bloc into a hub for innovative and sustainable start-up development.
Vietnamese businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), must embrace digital and AI transformations to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth, experts said.
Under the European Union (EU)’s global initiative on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE), Vietnam has implemented numerous projects aimed at strengthening national capacity in detecting, preventing, and preparing for CBRN-related threats.
The course aims to promote knowledge exchange between scientific and educational schools from different countries, while deepening participants’ expertise in modern technology and technical education. It comprises two main specialisations of electronics-automation and nuclear technology.
ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.
A key highlight will be the technology cluster pavilion, showcasing top enterprises selected for their innovation, market potential, and practical applications. These firms will display flagship products and solutions, supported by government policies to strengthen the tech sector.
Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass. Nearly 100 of these firms received support to develop and improve their products, benefiting more than 300,000 customers and creating over 300 new jobs through successful fundraising and team expansion amidst Vietnam’s competitive economy.
Over the past three decades, Binh Duong has cemented its status as one of Vietnam’s most dynamic industrial hubs, building a robust foundation in manufacturing, exports, and investment. The province now has 30 operational industrial parks spanning over 13,000 hectares, with an occupancy rate exceeding 90%.
The diplomat emphasised that Vietnam places the highest priority on the development of science, technology, and innovation, viewing them as critical drivers for the country’s advancement in the new development era.
The PM revealed Vietnam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Vietnam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes; training and developing human resources; ensuring nuclear safety; and conducting training and drills to improve incident management capabilities.
More than an art showcase, the second “Technology with heart” contest seeks to inspire innovation and spotlight the humanistic values that technology can bring into daily life, expected to contribute to a sustainable digital future.
The average speed of the national mobile broadband network remained stable, with download speeds reaching 76.86 Mbps and upload speeds reaching 26.98 Mbps.
Under the MoU, AMD will support several key initiatives spearheaded by HCM City’s authorities, including piloting policies, co-hosting innovation events, and evaluating the investment environment within the Saigon Hi-Tech Park.
The centre is a joint initiative between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, with PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) serving as co-leads, and global telecommunications giant Nokia as founding industry partner.
The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.
As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.
The organisers hope the competition will help shape a generation of exceptional engineers who will make significant contributions to Vietnam’s scientific and technological progress in this era of transformation.
In the digital age and amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution, IP plays an increasingly critical role, not only in safeguarding inventions but also in reducing copyright infringement and curbing piracy.
Made-in-Vietnam technology products are key to the country’s digital transformation, according to experts. (Photo nhandan.com.vn) 
