Forum “Future of Science and Technology, Innovation and National Digital Transformation”

This is one of the outstanding events towards the 80th Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025) at the Exhibition of Achievements in Science, Technology, Innovation and National Digital Transformation.

The forum "Future of Science and Technology, Innovation and National Digital Transformation" was chaired and delivered by Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung. Attending the event were representatives of leaders of ministries, central departments and branches and representatives of leaders of some localities; embassies and international organizations in Vietnam; leading scientists and experts; and leaders of many domestic and international technology corporations.

Attending the forum was a delegation from the Department of Science and Technology of Lai Chau province led by Mr. Nguyen Minh Hieu - Director of the Department.

Forum scene

The forum is an opportunity to shape the thinking of developing the science and technology sector in the coming time. At the same time, it affirms the role of the three pillars of science and technology, innovation and digital transformation in creating momentum for rapid and sustainable development, enhancing competitiveness, and moving towards the aspiration of making Vietnam a developed country with high income. The forum is organized with four in-depth working sessions:

Session 1: Focus on discussing the future of science and technology, with a focus on fundamental technologies and strategic technologies.

Session 2: Delving into solutions to promote innovation and build a national innovative startup ecosystem.

Session 3: Discussion on digital transformation, especially digital infrastructure and digital society. With presentations on: The future of national digital infrastructure; application of digital transformation in state administration, healthcare, education, finance, agriculture; connecting digital transformation with innovation to promote double-digit GDP growth,

Session 4: In-depth discussion around four topics: Developing human resources for the future of science and technology, innovation and digital transformation; perfecting mechanisms, policies and laws on science and technology, innovation and digital transformation; strengthening international cooperation; and promoting the leading role of technology enterprises.

Delegation of Department of Science and Technology attended the forum

The presentations and discussions at the Forum will focus on major issues: What should Vietnam do to grasp and develop strategic technologies? How to build an internationally integrated innovation ecosystem? How to develop digital infrastructure and ensure national digital sovereignty? And what are the solutions for Vietnamese enterprises to participate more deeply in the global value chain?

The forum is not only an opportunity for the science and technology community, innovation and technology enterprises at home and abroad to share visions and connect resources, but also an event to affirm the determination to make science and technology, innovation and digital transformation become the central driving force for Vietnam's rapid and sustainable development in the new period.

Source: https://skhcn.laichau.gov.vn/tin-tuc/tin-kh-cn-trong-tinh/dien-dan-tuong-lai-khoa-hoc-cong-nghe-doi-moi-sang-tao-va-chuyen-doi-so-quoc-gia-.html