Politburo: By 2030, the digital economy will reach at least 30% of GDP.

On December 22, on behalf of the Politburo, General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.

In the resolution, the Politburo stated that, despite achieving many important results, the pace and breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation of the nation remain slow.

General Secretary To Lam has signed and promulgated Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in the development of science , technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.

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The Politburo stated that the scale, potential, and level of national science, technology, and innovation still lag far behind those of developed countries. Research and application of science, technology, and innovation have not yet made breakthroughs, and strategic and core technologies have not yet been mastered.

Furthermore, the legal framework, mechanisms, and policies do not yet meet the requirements. There is a shortage of high-quality human resources. Infrastructure is not yet synchronized, especially digital infrastructure, which still has many limitations…

The Politburo believes that our country is facing the need for strong, strategic, and revolutionary policies and decisions to create new momentum and breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation, in order to drive the country's strong development in the new era - an era of prosperity and strength.

Nationwide 5G coverage

From there, the Politburo set the goal that by 2030, the technological level and innovation capacity of businesses would reach above the world average; and some fields of science and technology would reach international standards.

Vietnam is among the top 3 countries in Southeast Asia and the top 50 countries in the world in terms of digital competitiveness and e-government development index. It is also among the top 3 countries in Southeast Asia in artificial intelligence research and development, and a center for the development of several digital technology industries and sectors where Vietnam has advantages. At least 5 digital technology companies are on par with those in advanced countries.

The Politburo also set targets for the proportion of high-tech product exports to reach at least 50% of the total value of goods exported. The digital economy will reach at least 30% of GDP. The rate of online public service usage by citizens and businesses will reach over 80%; cashless transactions will reach 80%. The percentage of businesses engaged in innovation activities will reach over 40% of the total number of businesses…

Funding for research and development (R&D) reaches 2% of GDP, with social funding accounting for over 60%; at least 3% of the total annual budget expenditure is allocated to the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, gradually increasing according to development requirements.

The number of international scientific publications is increasing by an average of 10% per year; the number of patent applications and patent protection certificates is increasing by an average of 16-18% per year, and the commercial exploitation rate is reaching 8-10%.

Advanced and modern digital technology infrastructure with super-large capacity and ultra-wide bandwidth, on par with developed countries. Gradually mastering a number of strategic technologies and digital technologies such as: artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, cloud computing, blockchain, semiconductors, quantum technology, nanotechnology, 5G and 6G mobile communications, satellite communications, and a number of emerging technologies.

Nationwide 5G coverage. Completion of smart city development for centrally-governed cities and a number of eligible provinces and cities. Attracting at least three more leading global technology organizations and businesses to establish headquarters and invest in research and production in Vietnam.

A breakthrough in innovative thinking.

By 2045, the Politburo has determined that Vietnam's digital economy will reach at least 50% of its GDP; it will be one of the digital technology industrial centers in the region and the world; and it will be among the top 30 countries in the world in innovation and digital transformation.

The proportion of digital technology businesses should be comparable to that of developed countries; at least 10 digital technology businesses should be on par with those in advanced countries. At least 5 more leading global technology organizations and businesses should be attracted to establish headquarters and invest in research and production in Vietnam.

The Politburo also outlined many solutions, emphasizing breakthroughs in thinking innovation, a strong political resolve, decisive leadership and guidance, and the creation of new momentum and enthusiasm throughout society for the development of science and technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.

Simultaneously, it is necessary to urgently and decisively improve the institutional framework; eliminate all ideologies, concepts, and barriers hindering development; and turn institutions into a competitive advantage in the development of science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Strengthen investment and improve infrastructure for national science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. Develop and utilize high-quality human resources and talents to meet the requirements of national science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation...

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/bo-chinh-tri-den-2030-kinh-te-so-dat-toi-thieu-30-gdp-185241224174512298.htm