One of the key tasks of the Viet Nam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA) is to bring together a large contingent of scientific intellectuals nationwide. In the context of digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), VUSTA intellectuals need to innovate to become a more effective strategic advisory and policy critique force.

The Government’s issuance of Decision No. 611 approving the Project “Digital transformation in the cultural sector to 2030, with a vision to 2045” is a timely concretisation of the Politburo’s Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on cultural development in response to the requirements of the digital era, where technology has become one of the pillars shaping how national cultural values are created, preserved and disseminated.

According to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 611/QD-TTg dated April 4, 2026, approving the Project on “Digital Transformation in the Cultural Sector until 2030, with a vision to 2045.”

A nationwide programme aimed at nurturing a new generation of business leaders capable of driving green transition and digital transformation has been approved, with plans to train 10,000 managing directors for Vietnam’s private sector by 2030.

Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Can Tho Nguyen Van Khoi has affirmed the city's commitment to creating a transparent and favourable investment environment and providing support for Indian enterprises exploring and implementing projects in the locality.

Known as Plan 428, Ha Noi Metro’s initiative to use digital identification and authentication, along with biometric recognition at metro stations, has delivered a more modern, secure and convenient travel experience for the capital’s residents, contributing to the development of a smart and sustainable public transport system.

The development and completion of national databases is a cornerstone in the digital transformation process. When data is standardised, interconnected, and effectively utilised, it becomes a critical foundation for modern governance, digital economic growth, and enhanced national competitiveness.

In Gia Lai Province, the story of digital transformation is being championed by members of the Youth Union. As a core force, the younger generation here is helping to ignite a spirit of innovation across villages and urban neighbourhoods.

Viet Nam attaches importance to its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the US, with cooperation in science, technology, innovation and digital economy serving as one of the key groundbreaking pillars, Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang said on March 17.

Viet Nam is revising its priority high-tech portfolio to better align with global innovation trends and evolving development demands in the years ahead.

According to Doctor Tran Van Khai, digital transformation opens a strong shift in the mode of operation of the National Assembly, from legislation and supervision to deciding important issues of the country; at the same time creating a more transparent and convenient foundation for election work and building a digital National Assembly that is closer to voters in the new period.

As the Law on Digital Transformation is about to take effect and a guiding decree is being finalised, the household business and cooperative sector is expected to receive support soon in its digital transformation journey.

The implementation of issued by the Politburo on December 22, 2024, on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation, is entering an acceleration phase with a spirit of decisive action across the entire political system.

Party General Secretary To Lam on March 12 urged ministries, sectors and localities to accelerate the implementation of the Politburo's Resolution 57-NQ/TW in a more decisive, systematic and effective manner, ensuring that each task delivers concrete and measurable results.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on March 2 received First Vice President of the Hellenic Parliament Ioannis Plakiotakis, who is on an official visit to Viet Nam from February 28 to March 5.

Entering 2026, Viet Nam’s labour market is evolving amid a clearly recovering economy, an accelerating private sector, expanding FDI inflows, and the deepening spread of digital transformation. Employment opportunities are increasing, yet this also places mounting pressure on workforce quality within a newly restructured economic landscape.

The digital transformation of Viet Nam’s tourism sector is increasingly moving in depth in a unified and coordinated manner, gradually forming a smart tourism ecosystem. This positive shift has made a significant contribution to supporting state management, tourism business operations and enhancing visitors’ experiences.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the need for a decisive breakthrough in the digital economy, with the data economy and artificial intelligence (AI) serving as new, smarter and more sustainable pillars of growth, while concluding the first meeting in 2026 of the Government’s Steering Committee on science and technology development, innovation, digital transformation and Project 06 on February 25.

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man attended a ceremony in Ha Noi on February 10 to present a certificate of merit from the NA Standing Committee to "Dai bieu Nhan dan" (People’s Representatives) Newspaper, in recognition of its outstanding achievements in digital transformation.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 9 chaired a ceremony to launch two key emulation movements aimed at swiftly translating the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress into practice, focusing on innovation, science and technology development, digital transformation and green tratransition; and strong development of private enterprises alongside improving efficiency of state-owned enterprises.