Science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation must be turned into a national strength to help Viet Nam rise and realise its aspiration for prosperity and happiness, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung said on August 29.

To promote start-ups, innovation, and intellectual property development, over the past time, the Department of Science and Technology of Dong Thap Province has actively supported individuals and organisations in completing projects and initiatives. As a result, they have successfully developed products that bring effectiveness in production and business activities.

The Party chief believed that the King's visit, accompanied by many high-ranking Bhutanese officials, is an important milestone, creating an opportunity to deepen the friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Viet Nam and Bhutan more practically and effectively, meeting the interests of the two countries' people, and contributing responsibly to peace, stability and sustainable development in the region and the world.

Hue City is gradually affirming its position as a regional and national centre for scientific and technological research and application in the Central and Central Highlands regions, as well as of the country.

Hung Yen Province is accelerating the development of digital infrastructure and e-government systems, in line with the “National Strategy for the Development of a Digital Economy and Digital Society by 2025, with a Vision to 2030”.

The Canadian Vietnamese Scholars and Experts Network (CVSE) has been launched in an effort to mobilise the knowledge and expertise of overseas Vietnamese communities, particularly in science and technology, to support national development.

The 15th National Assembly (NA) adopted seven important laws spanning science and technology, atomic energy, rail transport, banking regulation, mass organisations, military defence, and criminal procedure during its plenary session on June 27.

As private enterprises increasingly affirm their role as a driving force behind the nation’s economic growth, the decision by some companies to invest in science and technology early has helped spread a spirit of innovation throughout the business community.