PM: Scientific research must follow reality’s demand
Scientific research must follow reality’s demands, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said at an online conference on science and technology with provinces and central level cities on January 4.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at an online conference on science and technology with provinces and central level cities. (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Scientific research must follow reality’s demands, Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc said at an online conference on science and technology with provincesand central level cities on January 4.
Investment inscience and technology should be made in line with real needs with prioritygiven to projects of practical contribution to national development, the PMsaid.
He emphasizedsix factors ensuring the successful development of science and technology, whichare institutions, mechanisms; human resources; financial resource;infrastructure; integration capacity; and the State management capacity.
“The generalspirit is to release all innovative resources to take the country forwards andthe Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) must submit solutions to removebarriers hindering the development of science and technology,” said the PM.
Leaders ofministries, agencies and local governments shared the view that science andtechnology are the driving force for socio-economic development.
In 2016,Vietnam’s budget for science and technology approved by the National Assemblywas over 17.7 trillion VND (796 million USD), equal to 1.4 percent of the Statebudget.
According to theMinistry of Agriculture and Rural Development, scientific and technologicaladvances have contributed around 30 to 40 percent to the sector’s growth, helpingraise the rice yield per hectare from 5.54 tonnes per hectare in 2011 to 5.77tonnes per hectare in 2015, one of the highest yields in the region. In the past, thecountry had to import 70 percent of domestic needs for plant and animalvarieties, but the figure now has reduced to under 30 percent.
In theindustrial sector, domestic research institutes and enterprises have been ableto produce sophisticated products or implemented big projects like the Tam Dao05 Drill Platform.
Scientific andtechnological research activities have also helped promote innovative startups.Vietnam currently have around 1,800 startups and more than 20 foreign ventureinvesting in startups in the country.
The science andtechnology sector has played an important role in dealing with naturaldisasters and environmental incidents and coping with climate changes.
🧜 Vietnam wasranked 59th in the Global Innovation Index 2016. - VNA
Outstanding Vietnamese scientists and experts living in France gathered at a meeting in Paris on December 17 to seek ways to contribute more to the home country’s development.
The Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) should spare time studying the application of scientific achievements into reality, especially in production, business and start-up.
Developing a fertile ground for agriculture start-ups will be crucial for the sector’s much-needed transformation, experts said at an online forum on December 27.
Science-technology is one of the key solutions to restructuring agriculture and building new rural areas, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Xuan Cuong told a workshop in Hanoi on January 3.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at an online conference on science and technology with provinces and central level cities. (Source: VNA)
