At a conference on economic diplomacy, CMC’s Chairman proposed a global campaign to present a “New Vietnam”  -  one that leads in AI, innovation, and equal partnerships.

A strategic agreement between Hanoi, HUST, and CMC sets the stage for breakthrough initiatives in science, technology, and digital transformation for the capital city from 2026 to 2030.

With science and innovation as core growth drivers, Da Nang aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities within three years.

The Ministry of Science and Technology has announced the establishment of the National Center for Supporting Semiconductor Chip Trial Production. The decision outlines the center's functions, duties, authority, and organizational structure.

Associate Professor Nguyen Thanh Vinh of the University of New South Wales was honoured by The Australian as Australia’s most influential researcher in the field of organic chemistry.

Dr Mai Liem Truc, former Deputy Minister of Post and Telecommunications, said that while domestic carriers remain dynamic, they still carry a State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) mindset, sometimes lacking the "eagerness" of private enterprises.

Migrating to digital environments along with AI use are the two vital pillars required to shift from a "zero-risk" mindset to a framework of proactive risk management, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung has said.

On January 9, Lt. Col. Le Thi Hang, Director of the C4 Center at the Viettel Aerospace Institute, officially received the title “Hero of the People’s Armed Forces.”

At a January 9 seminar in Hanoi, CMC outlined proposals to widen market space for Vietnamese-made technology, urging reforms that turn policy into scalable projects, products, and competitiveness.

CMC Technology Group joins the Government Office’s AI training program, equipping officials with hands-on experience in “Make in Vietnam” AI solutions.

The ICOS 2026 conference gathers hundreds of researchers and professionals to discuss semiconductor innovation, challenges, and collaboration in Vietnam.

Assessing the role of AI, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung emphasised that it is an “intellectual infrastructure.”

Vietnam’s Resolution 57 is reshaping the national development strategy by putting innovation, technology, and digital transformation at its core.

The centre will provide essential infrastructure and public services to support semiconductor design and prototyping as part of Vietnam’s broader industrial strategy.

Vietnam’s centralized digital technology zones are emerging as top economic contributors, delivering exceptional land-use value and productivity.

The digital technology industry’s total revenue hit an estimated 198 billion USD, marking a 26% jump from last year and coming in 16% above the annual target.

Vietnam's new Digital Transformation Law defines a legal foundation for nationwide change, with the state as a key investor and customer.

Vietnam’s 5G deployment in 2025 ranked among the world’s fastest, with one mobile operator achieving 90% population coverage within just 12 months.

Dr Nguyen Quan, President of the Vietnam Automation Association (VAA), stressed that the Association must fulfill its mission of mobilizing scientists, research institutes, universities, and businesses to jointly turn Resolution 57 into action.

On December 25, the Central Steering Committee for the development of science, technology, innovation and digital transformation held a conference to review results in 2025 and outline key directions and tasks for 2026.