More than 400 delegates and scientists from 15 countries and territories are attending the fifth International Conference on Material, Machines, and Methods for Sustainable Development (MMMS2026), which opened at the Petrovietnam University (PVU) in Ba Ria ward, Ho Chi Minh City, on November 6.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau has asked for urgent action to remove bottlenecks in education data connectivity and verification, accelerate digital transformation, and expand the use of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Vietnamese and Thai military officials agreed to strengthen defence cooperation in various fields, including peacekeeping operations, joint patrols, cybersecurity and digital transformation, during talks in Thailand on November 3.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, in coordination with the Standing Agency of the Central Steering Committee 57 under the Ministry of Public Security, held a conference on promoting agricultural growth in Southern region through science, technology, innovation and digital transformation in Can Tho City on November 2.

The Ca Mau Provincial Party Committee, in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, held a scientific seminar themed “Digital Transformation at the Grassroots Level: Thinking together, acting together” on October 30.

In line with efforts to renew leadership methods and improve the management of Party organisations and members, Phu Tho Province is accelerating digital transformation throughout its Party organisation and building sector. Key priorities include standardising the Party membership database, introducing the electronic party member handbook and modernising management and administration through digital platforms.

Science and technology, artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation and green transition are emerging as new drivers of economic growth amid global challenges, speakers told a high-level plenary session of the Autumn Economic Forum 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City on October 28.

In 2027, the Ministry of Science and Technology will adopt a new approach to supporting digital transformation in localities, focusing on addressing specific challenges faced by citizens and businesses. Successful models will be replicated nationwide.

Fewer declarations, less paperwork and easier access to results are what citizens expect from online public services. For public officials, accurate data and stable systems are essential to ensuring smooth and efficient administrative processes.

More than a marketplace for educational equipment, the Vietnam International Education Exhibition 2026 (VietEdu Fair 2026) has also highlighted approaches to educational reform, including standardising STEM learning materials within the formal curriculum, promoting interdisciplinary integration and building a learning ecosystem for young people in the digital era.

A proposal and a verification report on the draft revised Law on Asset Auction were delivered to the National Assembly (NA) on October 19, aiming to curb profiteering, discourage speculative bidding and improve the transparency and efficiency of asset auctions.

From reporting environmental problems and tracing the origins of school meals to completing administrative procedures, many localities are applying technology to meet people’s everyday needs. The effectiveness of these initiatives depends on convenient procedures, clearly defined responsibilities and support that enables people to use digital services.

Continuing the second session of the 16th National Assembly, lawmakers on October 19 morning listened to proposals on the draft revised Law on Asset Auction, the draft revised Law on Lawyers and the draft revised Law on Adoption, along with appraisal reports on the bills, before discussing them in groups.

Digital transformation has become an essential requirement for innovating the leadership, management, and operational methods of Party committees and organisations. For the Party organisation and building sector, this requirement is particularly significant, as the field involves a vast volume of records and data—concerning Party organisations, officials, and Party members—that demand a high degree of accuracy, consistency, and security.

Digital transformation is increasingly becoming a key factor determining the competitiveness and adaptability of enterprises. Therefore, creating a favourable environment, connecting resources, and removing bottlenecks related to institutions, infrastructure, and data are crucial conditions for digital transformation to generate new momentum for businesses.

The Ministry of Science and Technology launched a commune-level digital transformation application on October 9 as part of activities marking National Digital Transformation Day 2026.

High expectations surrounding the 2026 National Innovation Day are spreading across the industry and trade sector. Rather than being merely an event-driven campaign, innovation has been identified as a key to enhancing productivity, quality and national competitiveness.

The 2026 Annual International Forum on Public Governance opened in Ha Noi on October 5 under the theme “Inclusive Governance in the New Era of Development: System Transformation, Innovation, and Future-Ready Government”.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, head of the Central Steering Committee on science and technology development, innovation, and digital transformation, chaired a thematic meeting in Ha Noi on September 28 to explore ways these fields can contribute more effectively to socio-economic growth and to review progress from the third quarter of 2026.

Over the past period, numerous public services have been brought onto digital platforms, with the rate of online dossiers reaching a high level. However, behind digital interfaces, manual processing steps and requirements for paper documents still remain. Resolving this bottleneck is a prerequisite for digital transformation to truly reduce time and costs for people and businesses, while also easing administrative pressure.