Digital transformation sees remarkable progress in wake of COVID-19
Digital transformation saw a remarkable progress last year, with awareness of this regard among State agencies, businesses and people significantly improving, according to Deputy Minister of Information and Telecommunications Nguyen Huy Dung.
Digital technology has found its way into every governmental, economic and social activity, says Deputy Minister of Information and Telecommunications Nguyen Huy Dung. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Digital transformation saw aremarkable progress last year, with awareness of this regard among State agencies, businesses and people significantly improving, according toDeputy Minister of Information and Telecommunications Nguyen Huy Dung.
Digital transformation has become a trend in the wake ofCOVID-19, Dung said, it is a new engine driving the country’s socio-economicdevelopment and facilitating virus response and economic recovery.
Digital technology has found its way into everygovernmental, economic and social activity, he noted.
In Da Nang, people can register for electricity supply andpay power bills with smart phones. Village chiefs in Lang Son become heads ofcommunity-based technology groups who teach the villagers how todevelop a digital shop on e-commerce platforms, helping raise sales ofagricultural products by 174 times. In Quang Ninh, the chairman of theprovincial People’s Committee can check progress of public administrativeservices delivery from his office through a digital system.
At an early stage, the national digital transformation andthe journey towards a digital economy and society still have a long way to go.Every people, every business is increasingly aware of how digital technologiesare making profound changes in all areas, particularly in the delivery ofpublic administrative and healthcare services, said Nguyen Van Khoa, Chairmanof the Vietnam Software Association (VINASA).
The national portal for public administrative services havebecome operational for over a year, with nearly 3,000 services made available.The remote medical consultation and support network Telehealth connectingaround 1,000 clinics nationwide has bridged the gap in service quality amongregions and reduced overloads at centralized hospitals. Many hospitals nowprovide digital health records, remote health services and e-payments.
Do Cong Anh, Director of the Ministry of Information andTelecommunications’ Information Technology Application, emphasised that it isnot only about technology and equipment but also regulatory frameworks, policies,awareness and personnel. Technology only contributes some 20 percent to anorganisation’s successful digital transformation while the remaining 80 percentdepends on its awareness and how its personnel translate digital plans intoreality, according to Anh.
By 2030, Vietnam sets to develop a e-government and digitaleconomy which contributes around 30 percent to the GDP. The country also aimsto be among the top 50 countries in e-government development and the third inASEAN by the end of this decade./.
Fast digital transformation is considered the best way for Vietnamese agricultural sector to overcome difficulties to recover and develop in the post-pandemic period, thus affirming its role as a key pillar of the economy, according to experts.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has expressed his belief that the public and business community will actively support the building of national database on population and management of citizen ID cards, contributing to promoting national digital transformation and socio-economic management in the next period.
More farmers have recently sold their products online in both domestic and foreign markets thanks to the support of postal service suppliers in putting farm produce on e-commerce platforms and promote digital agriculture.
A virtual space introducing tourist destinations of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue was launched on January 20, aiming to optimise digital transformation to boost the industry's recovery and encourage traveling activities amid new normal situation.
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.
Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
Digital technology has found its way into every governmental, economic and social activity, says Deputy Minister of Information and Telecommunications Nguyen Huy Dung. (Photo: VNA)
