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Vietnam takes smart tourism to new heights

Digital transformation is seeping into every corner of tourism, from trip planning and research to on-the-ground experiences, accommodation, and smart tools that help firms welcome, guide and delight visitors.

Museums breathe new life into Ho Chi Minh City's cultural heritage

Museums in Ho Chi Minh City are embracing digital innovation and cultural activities to showcase its rich heritage, helping boost cultural tourism, stimulate the night-time economy and attract a growing number of domestic and international visitors.

Vietnam has potential to become a regional AI hub

An Avnet executive says Vietnam's strengths in manufacturing, engineering and digital transformation position it as one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing AI adoption markets.

Ho Chi Minh City eyes dedicated bus lanes after free fare success

After providing free bus travel for one month and attracting approximately 8.5 million passenger trips, HCM City is accelerating the use of technology and studying dedicated bus lanes to shorten travel times and make public transport more attractive.

Vietnamese businesses prepare for the next era of cross-border trade

The Gori Global Logistics Summit 2026 brought together logistics specialists, technology leaders and Vietnamese enterprises to explore practical strategies for expanding into global markets.

Vietnam studies 'Talent Visa' to attract global experts

Vietnam is developing a comprehensive talent strategy aimed at attracting world-class experts through policy reforms, competitive incentives and a new Talent Visa.

Vietnam enhances digital capabilities for peacekeepers

Vietnam is stepping up efforts to equip its UN peacekeepers with digital skills as rapid advances in digital transformation and AI reshape peacekeeping operations and mission environments, heard an international workshop in Hanoi on July 28.

Foreigners experience Vietnam’s digital government through level-2 e-ID services

Since July 2025, immigration authorities have processed 84,831 applications, with Republic of Korean, Chinese and Japanese nationals accounting for the largest numbers of registered users.

Vietnam’s theaters cannot go digital on their own

Vietnam’s theaters are embracing digital platforms, but limited funding, complex ticketing and copyright risks show that their own efforts alone cannot deliver lasting transformation.

Virtual museums bring Lam Dong's heritage into digital age

Lam Dong is stepping up efforts to digitise its cultural heritage through digital databases, 3D artefact scanning, virtual museums and online exhibition platforms.

Vietnam seeks cultural sovereignty in the digital age

National sovereignty is no longer defined by borders alone. In the digital age, Vietnam’s ability to preserve, create and spread its cultural values has become equally critical.

Digitizing Vietnam's art and photography demands caution

Vietnam is expanding efforts to digitize its cultural heritage, but experts say the process must carefully balance accessibility, preservation and the authenticity of historical materials.

Vietnam's circus industry reinvents itself through digital innovation

Vietnam's circus industry is undergoing a transformation as it embraces digital technology while drawing on the country's cultural heritage to develop sustainable cultural products, according to the head of the Vietnam Circus Federation.

Vietnam approves national digital transformation strategy for 2026 - 2030

Vietnam aims to become a developed digital nation where digital transformation is implemented comprehensively across all sectors and serves as the country's principal development model.

AI could reshape Vietnam's long-term growth trajectory

A new economic study suggests that AI could significantly boost Vietnam's economy, but only if supported by coordinated national policies.

Vietnam aims to join top 30 nations in AI and data by 2045

Vietnam has approved a National Data Strategy for 2026-2030 with a vision to 2045, setting an ambitious goal of becoming one of the world's top 30 countries in data governance, data utilization and artificial intelligence (AI).

AI hackathon brings 2,500 innovators to solve Vietnam's challenges

Vietnam's largest AI-native hackathon has brought together global talent to solve pressing challenges in healthcare, education, agriculture and smart government.

Vietnam to host Southeast Asia's first International AI Olympiad

The Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, or VAIO 2027, has officially been launched to select the national team for the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad in 2027, or IAIO 2027, which Vietnam will host for the first time.

Experts identify three bottlenecks limiting Vietnam's startup growth

Startup founders in Vietnam need stronger market connections, practical support and digital tools to turn innovation into sustainable businesses, speakers said at a national forum.

Vietnam eyes national publishing-media groups under new bill

A draft revision to Vietnam's Publishing Law would pave the way for publishing-media groups while strengthening copyright protection and digital publishing oversight.