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| The Ho Chi Minh City Power System Control Center leverages information technology for power grid management and operations. (Photo: VNA) |
Tokyo – The goals for 2030 and the vision for 2045 outlined in the Politburo’s Resolution 57-NQ/TW reflect Vietnam’s aspiration to become a leader in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation among high-middle-income nations by 2030. This ambitious resolution aims to propel Vietnam towards becoming a high-income developed country by 2045, according to Nguyen Duc Minh, Counsellor and representative for Science and Technology of Vietnam in Japan.
Minh believes that the targets set in the resolution are within reach, considering Vietnam’s current capabilities and future development potential. However, achieving these goals demands a transformative approach to implementing science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
These key areas will serve as the foundation for rapid progress, enabling other sectors to advance in lockstep. Short-term objectives can be met by accelerating investment in digital infrastructure and industries, ramping up research and development (R&D), and attracting private sector investments, particularly from large corporations. Additionally, efforts should focus on facilitating technology transfer that aligns with Vietnam’s unique needs.
While challenges related to institutional frameworks, infrastructure, and human resources exist, the dynamic global landscape presents both opportunities and competition. Developed and emerging economies are pouring resources into science, technology, and digital transformation, intensifying the race for technological dominance. This situation calls for Vietnam to act with heightened determination, agility, and innovation, staying attuned to global trends while tailoring strategies to its domestic context, as Minh points out.
Resolution 57 also introduces key strategies to enhance collaboration among the government, scientists, and businesses, especially in the “investment-research-commercialization” chain. The State will take on a pivotal role by initially funding research through flexible mechanisms, ensuring swift disbursement. Adopting a performance-based contract approach for research will empower scientists to focus solely on delivering optimal outcomes. Research institutions and their staff will directly benefit from the fruits of their labor.
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| A teacher introduces an automation model to students of the Industrial Electronics Class K13 at Hanoi High-Tech Vocational College. (Photo: VNA) |
The resolution also introduces a “sandbox” mechanism, providing businesses and researchers with a controlled environment to test new technologies and business models. This approach will facilitate the transfer and commercialization of cutting-edge technologies.
Additionally, the government will commission major businesses to tackle significant challenges, fostering creative start-ups that could become future tech powerhouses. Incentives will be offered to encourage investment in R&D, strengthening the collaboration among the government, the scientific community, and the business sector.
Minh also underscores the potential contributions of Vietnamese students and intellectuals currently studying and working in Japan to Vietnam’s scientific and technological advancement. The Vietnamese intellectual diaspora represents a valuable pool of highly skilled talent, many of whom are affiliated with prestigious institutions and corporations. Their involvement in teaching, research, and technology transfer will be instrumental in driving Vietnam’s scientific, technological, and digital progress.
According to Minh, there are over 600,000 Vietnamese nationals in Japan, including experts holding prominent positions in universities, research laboratories, and large corporations. The Vietnamese intellectual community in Japan can be categorized into two groups: those who plan to return to Vietnam for long-term roles and those who will remain abroad but facilitate knowledge exchange.
To encourage the participation of Vietnamese students and intellectuals in the nation’s development, Minh proposes that the Government and the private sector create specific positions for overseas Vietnamese experts who wish to contribute their expertise in Vietnam. Additionally, providing incentives, favorable policies, and an enabling environment for research, including financial and technological support, will be crucial to attracting talent.
For those who remain abroad, Minh suggests that they can serve as vital connectors for resources by engaging in training, policy advising, and facilitating international collaborations. Governments and businesses should implement targeted policies to strengthen international partnerships and attract new talent to support Vietnam’s journey in science, technology, and digital transformation. While those returning directly will have an immediate impact, the indirect group can contribute over the long term and may eventually transition into direct roles.
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