According to Dang Tran Phuong, Deputy CEO of FPT Software in charge of the European and Middle Eastern markets, FPT considers France one of its key markets in Europe. Since opening its first office there in 2008, the company has built a solid presence with offices in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Marseille.
PM Pham Minh Chinh underscored the importance of the meeting in effectively implementing key tasks and solutions, in line with the direction of Party General Secretary To Lam to pursue “breakthrough actions and generate spillover effects.”
Indonesia accelerates technological self-reliance strategy
Vietnam has progressed beyond reliance on low-cost advantages for investment attraction. Capital is now flowing strongly into higher-value areas such as technology, electronics, modern logistics and industries linked to global supply chains.
Following the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on advancing science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation, many localities across Vietnam are translating strategic guidelines into concrete action, laying the foundation for a new development model based on knowledge, technology and modern governance.
The selected achievements and events reflect the increasingly important role of science, technology, innovation and digital transformation in improving institutions, promoting socio-economic development, ensuring national defence and security, and enhancing Vietnam’s position amid deep international integration.
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Nanjing, China, ArcherMind is a software services company. After sharing its experience and solutions in developing digital platforms, it proposed cooperation with Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Finance through the National Innovation Centre (NIC) in innovation, AI, and robotics.
The Presidential Office held a press conference in Hanoi on January 5 to announce the President’s orders promulgating 13 laws adopted at the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly.
Vietnam is aiming to become a high-tech economy with the STI pillars identified as the enablers, and the local conditions enable their rapid development, said an Israeli expert.
By the end of 2025, Vietnam has made significant strides in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. Strong growth in digital infrastructure, expansion of online public services, and a thriving technology enterprise ecosystem have strengthened the country’s innovation capacity, while investments in research and training infrastructure support continued advancements. These efforts are reflected in Vietnam maintaining 44th place out of 139 in the Global Innovation Index.
Party General Secretary To Lam, who is also Head of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation, chaired the committee’s conference on December 25 to review its performance in 2025 and set key tasks for 2026.
General Secretary Lam emphasised the need to develop concrete applications and products serving socio-economic development and people’s needs, with public and business satisfaction as the ultimate measure. Digital transformation must be closely linked with administrative reforms, organisational streamlining and the effective operation of the two-tier local administration model.
The STEM classrooms should serve as meaningful and practical spaces where students can explore, experience and access knowledge, strengthen creative capacity and critical thinking, and achieve breakthrough learning outcomes that contribute to national development, said Deputy PM Pham Thi Thanh Tra.
TechFest Vietnam 2025, held from December 12 to 14, is expected to attract more than 60,000 participants both in person and online, with the participation of over 20 corporations, 50 investment funds, more than 100 supporting organisations and incubators, and delegates from Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, North America, and Europe.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged the southern province of Tay Ninh to capitalise on its current border gates to become a regional and global connectivity hub.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hailed the success of the Autumn Economic Forum, which concluded in Ho Chi Minh City on November 26.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told a World Economic Forum session in Ho Chi Minh City on November 26 that science, technology, and innovation are crucial for Vietnam to become a developed, industrialised nation by 2045.
Entitled “Vietnam Dieu Su”, the Made-in-Vietnam product applies augmented reality (AR) combined with artificial intelligence (AI) to recreate historical scenes within the real space of the heritage site.
In November, the ministry is focusing on finalising five draft laws to be submitted to the National Assembly for consideration during the 10th session.
The PM stressed the need for strong determination, great effort, and decisive action—avoiding both perfectionism and haste, yet seizing every opportunity—with a commitment to completing each task thoroughly and deliver tangible results.