Ho Chi Minh City becomes first locality to issue comprehensive digital data strategy – Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
To fuel this digital evolution, the city has allocated 12.7 trillion VND (500 million USD) for 2026, representing 4.2% of total budget expenditure.
Ho Chi Minh City (VNS/VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City has made history as the first locality in Vietnam to officially promulgate a comprehensive digital data development strategy for the 2026–30 period, with a vision extending to 2035.
The announcement was made during a quarterly review meeting earlier this week, chaired by Tran Luu Quang, Secretary of the municipal Party Committee.
The meeting focused on the progress of Politburo Resolution No. 57 and key government digital projects Nos. 204 and 06.
To fuel this digital evolution, the city has allocated 12.7 trillion VND (500 million USD) for 2026, representing 4.2% of total budget expenditure.
Of this amount, more than 9.5 trillion VND (374 million USD) is dedicated to recurrent spending, while more than 3.1 trillion VND (122 million USD) is earmarked for investment.
Nguyen Manh Cuong, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, said the city has already completed 16 out of 44 tasks assigned by the central government and 11 of its own 14 planned tasks for the first quarter.
The city’s digital economy is currently on a high-growth trajectory, with a target to contribute at least 30% of the city’s gross regional domestic product (GRDP) by the end of 2026.
The city currently hosts 35 business incubators and innovation centres. Its startup ecosystem ranks among the top five in Southeast Asia. It is also positioned within the top 110 startup ecosystems globally. The ecosystem’s total value is estimated between 7 billion USD and 7.5 billion USD.
Besides, the city is home to nearly 30,000 information and communication technology (ICT) companies. These ICT firms account for 40% of the national total.
Ho Chi Minh City has piloted the commercialisation of 54 technology products. These pilot projects have successfully attracted nearly 500 billion VND (19.7 million USD) in investment.
It is also implementing aggressive talent attraction policies. New recruitment processes offer competitive monthly incomes ranging from 30 million VND to 100 million VND (1,200–4,000 USD) for high-level experts, alongside increased autonomy for research organisations.
Strategic initiatives are also underway to develop 12 inter-regional digital technology zones covering 1,000 hectares across the city.
The city is also collaborating with global giants like AMD to bolster the semiconductor and AI industries.
Efforts to streamline administration have seen the dossier digitisation rate reach nearly 88%.
Furthermore, the city has issued more than 12.7 million chip-based ID cards and 8.6 million electronic identification (eID) accounts.
Under the “Digital Literacy for All” movement, it aims for 95% coverage of the VNeID application to ensure that the transition to a digital society is inclusive for all residents./.
Party General Secretary To Lam has issued Conclusion 18 on the outcomes of the second meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, outlining key directions for the 2026–2030 socio-economic development plan towards double-digit growth. The Party Central Committee calls for the continued, resolute and effective implementation of resolutions and conclusions, with a focus on key tasks, particularly advancing science and technology, innovation and digital transformation.
While the decision marks a strategic push to deepen digital transformation, it also underscores an urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs, which often face constraints in resources, skilled personnel and defensive capabilities.
Unlike existing zones focused on traditional industry and border trade, the new model will be built on four pillars: concentrated digital technology, AI and data centres, an Asia-level disaster recovery data hub, and an education city.
The municipal People’s Committee recently issued Plan No. 109/KH-UBND on technological innovation in key economic sectors through 2035, which serves as both a catalyst and a strategic move to systematise, elevate and reinforce the capital’s leading role in the digital era.
The China–ASEAN AI Application Cooperation Centre, jointly established by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and ASEAN countries, aims to promote inclusive and mutually beneficial development of AI globally. It is regarded as a flagship project in advancing the “Digital Silk Road” initiative in Nanning.
Vietnam’s agricultural sector is investing more in deep processing technologies, particularly smart drying solutions that help increase product value and ensure compliance with international standards.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Hungary pledged to continue serving as a bridge to promote concrete and practical cooperation initiatives in science-technology and innovation, including AI, thereby contributing to Vietnam’s policy-making, digital transformation, and socio-economic development.
The continued operation and enhancement of the two Category II centres under UNESCO’s auspices reflect Vietnam’s policy of positioning science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development, while closely linking scientific advancement with deeper and more substantive international integration in the current context.
With strong policy support and growing participation from businesses and research institutions, the China–ASEAN Artificial Intelligence (AI) Application Cooperation Centre is expected to act as a digital bridge, promoting technological integration and opening new avenues for Vietnam–China cooperation in the digital era.
Politburo member and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission Nguyen Duy Ngoc, who also serves as Standing Deputy Head of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation, toured the park’s exhibition area and was briefed on the formation and development of Zhongguancun, along with Beijing’s achievements in science, technology and innovation.
Vietnam considers the expanded Information Technology Agreement an important mechanism for promoting trade liberalisation in IT products, reducing costs and improving access to technology, while supporting global innovation.
Building on this foundation, Vietnam aims to capitalise on the global supply chain shift by focusing on specialised chips and science-technology human resources, gradually mastering stages from research, design to packaging and testing.
Most financial institutions in Vietnam have adopted AI, with investment accelerating amid strong demand for digital banking and high smartphone penetration.
In the first quarter, Bac Ninh’s telecommunications infrastructure continued to develop in a synchronous manner. All communes have been connected to dedicated data transmission networks, and 100% of the population is covered by mobile services.
The priorities focus on four pillars: science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, and real-world applications to boost socio-economic development. These are expected to create breakthroughs in governance, production, and daily life.
Under the Vietnam Research Excellence Fellowship (VREF) for the 2026–2030 period, PhD students are identified as a core research force directly contributing to breakthroughs in sci-tech and innovation. Investing in top-tier doctoral candidates is more than workforce development, but a high-stakes strategic bet to forge a cohort of world-class scientists and technologists who can power Vietnam’s long-term economic ambitions.
Resolution 57 is emerging as a powerful driver for building a modern administration, enhancing public service delivery, and offering increasingly convenient experiences for citizens.
A 2025 study by Kantar found that 89% of online adults in Vietnam message businesses at least once a week, while 78% say responses from AI-powered chatbots are helpful.
The policy is designed to enhance security, particularly in cases where users lose their SIM cards but fail to promptly deactivate them, creating opportunities for fraud or illegal activities.
Vietnam recorded positive results, clearing nearly 250,000 backlogged applications and lifting the rights establishment efficiency rate to 74% from a year earlier, even as new filings jumped roughly 20%.
Participants presented and discussed a wide range of advanced topics shaping the future of photonics, including nanophotonics and metasurfaces; topological and non-Hermitian photonics; photonic crystals and optical lattices; light–matter interactions and polariton systems.
Ambassador Bui Van Nghi expressed Vietnam’s interest in strengthening cooperation with Brazil in areas such as renewable energy and environmental technologies, as well as high-tech sectors including artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technology, and the semiconductor industry.
The transition to facilitative governance marks not only an operational reform but also a shift in development thinking. With expanded autonomy and controlled risk acceptance, science, technology, innovation and digital transformation are expected to become key drivers of rapid and sustainable growth in the years ahead.
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Ho Chi Minh City (VNS/VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City has made history as the first locality in Vietnam to officially promulgate a comprehensive digital data development strategy for the 2026–30 period, with a vision extending to 2035.
The announcement was made during a quarterly review meeting earlier this week, chaired by Tran Luu Quang, Secretary of the municipal Party Committee.
The meeting focused on the progress of Politburo Resolution No. 57 and key government digital projects Nos. 204 and 06.
To fuel this digital evolution, the city has allocated 12.7 trillion VND (500 million USD) for 2026, representing 4.2% of total budget expenditure.
Of this amount, more than 9.5 trillion VND (374 million USD) is dedicated to recurrent spending, while more than 3.1 trillion VND (122 million USD) is earmarked for investment.
Nguyen Manh Cuong, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, said the city has already completed 16 out of 44 tasks assigned by the central government and 11 of its own 14 planned tasks for the first quarter.
The city’s digital economy is currently on a high-growth trajectory, with a target to contribute at least 30% of the city’s gross regional domestic product (GRDP) by the end of 2026.
The city currently hosts 35 business incubators and innovation centres. Its startup ecosystem ranks among the top five in Southeast Asia. It is also positioned within the top 110 startup ecosystems globally. The ecosystem’s total value is estimated between 7 billion USD and 7.5 billion USD.
Besides, the city is home to nearly 30,000 information and communication technology (ICT) companies. These ICT firms account for 40% of the national total.
Ho Chi Minh City has piloted the commercialisation of 54 technology products. These pilot projects have successfully attracted nearly 500 billion VND (19.7 million USD) in investment.
It is also implementing aggressive talent attraction policies. New recruitment processes offer competitive monthly incomes ranging from 30 million VND to 100 million VND (1,200–4,000 USD) for high-level experts, alongside increased autonomy for research organisations.
Strategic initiatives are also underway to develop 12 inter-regional digital technology zones covering 1,000 hectares across the city.
The city is also collaborating with global giants like AMD to bolster the semiconductor and AI industries.
Efforts to streamline administration have seen the dossier digitisation rate reach nearly 88%.
Furthermore, the city has issued more than 12.7 million chip-based ID cards and 8.6 million electronic identification (eID) accounts.
Under the “Digital Literacy for All” movement, it aims for 95% coverage of the VNeID application to ensure that the transition to a digital society is inclusive for all residents./.
Party General Secretary To Lam has issued Conclusion 18 on the outcomes of the second meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, outlining key directions for the 2026–2030 socio-economic development plan towards double-digit growth. The Party Central Committee calls for the continued, resolute and effective implementation of resolutions and conclusions, with a focus on key tasks, particularly advancing science and technology, innovation and digital transformation.
While the decision marks a strategic push to deepen digital transformation, it also underscores an urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs, which often face constraints in resources, skilled personnel and defensive capabilities.
Unlike existing zones focused on traditional industry and border trade, the new model will be built on four pillars: concentrated digital technology, AI and data centres, an Asia-level disaster recovery data hub, and an education city.
The municipal People’s Committee recently issued Plan No. 109/KH-UBND on technological innovation in key economic sectors through 2035, which serves as both a catalyst and a strategic move to systematise, elevate and reinforce the capital’s leading role in the digital era.
The China–ASEAN AI Application Cooperation Centre, jointly established by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and ASEAN countries, aims to promote inclusive and mutually beneficial development of AI globally. It is regarded as a flagship project in advancing the “Digital Silk Road” initiative in Nanning.
Vietnam’s agricultural sector is investing more in deep processing technologies, particularly smart drying solutions that help increase product value and ensure compliance with international standards.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Hungary pledged to continue serving as a bridge to promote concrete and practical cooperation initiatives in science-technology and innovation, including AI, thereby contributing to Vietnam’s policy-making, digital transformation, and socio-economic development.
The continued operation and enhancement of the two Category II centres under UNESCO’s auspices reflect Vietnam’s policy of positioning science, technology and innovation as key drivers of development, while closely linking scientific advancement with deeper and more substantive international integration in the current context.
With strong policy support and growing participation from businesses and research institutions, the China–ASEAN Artificial Intelligence (AI) Application Cooperation Centre is expected to act as a digital bridge, promoting technological integration and opening new avenues for Vietnam–China cooperation in the digital era.
Politburo member and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission Nguyen Duy Ngoc, who also serves as Standing Deputy Head of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation, toured the park’s exhibition area and was briefed on the formation and development of Zhongguancun, along with Beijing’s achievements in science, technology and innovation.
Vietnam considers the expanded Information Technology Agreement an important mechanism for promoting trade liberalisation in IT products, reducing costs and improving access to technology, while supporting global innovation.
Building on this foundation, Vietnam aims to capitalise on the global supply chain shift by focusing on specialised chips and science-technology human resources, gradually mastering stages from research, design to packaging and testing.
Most financial institutions in Vietnam have adopted AI, with investment accelerating amid strong demand for digital banking and high smartphone penetration.
In the first quarter, Bac Ninh’s telecommunications infrastructure continued to develop in a synchronous manner. All communes have been connected to dedicated data transmission networks, and 100% of the population is covered by mobile services.
The priorities focus on four pillars: science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, and real-world applications to boost socio-economic development. These are expected to create breakthroughs in governance, production, and daily life.
Under the Vietnam Research Excellence Fellowship (VREF) for the 2026–2030 period, PhD students are identified as a core research force directly contributing to breakthroughs in sci-tech and innovation. Investing in top-tier doctoral candidates is more than workforce development, but a high-stakes strategic bet to forge a cohort of world-class scientists and technologists who can power Vietnam’s long-term economic ambitions.
Resolution 57 is emerging as a powerful driver for building a modern administration, enhancing public service delivery, and offering increasingly convenient experiences for citizens.
A 2025 study by Kantar found that 89% of online adults in Vietnam message businesses at least once a week, while 78% say responses from AI-powered chatbots are helpful.
The policy is designed to enhance security, particularly in cases where users lose their SIM cards but fail to promptly deactivate them, creating opportunities for fraud or illegal activities.
Vietnam recorded positive results, clearing nearly 250,000 backlogged applications and lifting the rights establishment efficiency rate to 74% from a year earlier, even as new filings jumped roughly 20%.
Participants presented and discussed a wide range of advanced topics shaping the future of photonics, including nanophotonics and metasurfaces; topological and non-Hermitian photonics; photonic crystals and optical lattices; light–matter interactions and polariton systems.
Ambassador Bui Van Nghi expressed Vietnam’s interest in strengthening cooperation with Brazil in areas such as renewable energy and environmental technologies, as well as high-tech sectors including artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technology, and the semiconductor industry.
The transition to facilitative governance marks not only an operational reform but also a shift in development thinking. With expanded autonomy and controlled risk acceptance, science, technology, innovation and digital transformation are expected to become key drivers of rapid and sustainable growth in the years ahead.
Copyright, VietnamPlus, Vietnam News Agency (VNA)
Editor-in-chief, Mr. Tran Tien Duan.
Licence No. 1374/GP-BTTTT dated September 11, 2008 by the Ministry of Information and Communications.
Tel: (+84 24) 3941.1349, Fax: (+84 24) 3941.1348
Email: vietnamplus@vnanet.vn
© Copyright belongs to VietnamPlus, VNA. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written consent.
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This article was autogenerated from a news feed from CDO TIMES selected high quality news and research sources. There was no editorial review conducted beyond that by CDO TIMES staff. Need help with any of the topics in our articles? Schedule your free CDO TIMES Tech Navigator call today to stay ahead of the curve and gain insider advantages to propel your business!
