Vietnam invests in tech and digital access for all
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Across Vietnam, local governments are funding research and expanding digital services to improve life for residents and strengthen the country’s technological capabilities.
Ho Chi Minh City is allocating long-term funding. VND85 billion ($3.27 million) to the Advanced Materials Technology Institute and nearly VND96 billion ($3.7 million) to the Saigon Hi-Tech Park, to develop research centers focused on advanced materials, semiconductor chips, AI, and green technologies. These investments aim to move research beyond initial findings and into practical applications.
Da Nang is also incentivizing technological innovation by providing businesses up to VND3 billion ($115,940) annually per project, with increased support for projects involving semiconductors and AI. The city hopes these funds will encourage companies to invest in research and improve their competitiveness. Beyond technological development, authorities are working to bring digital services to remote communities.
In Tuyen Quang Province, officials are personally assisting residents with using online public services and electronic identification, resulting in a 99.91% digitisation rate for incoming applications at the local Public Administration Service Center. In Nghe An Province, border guards are using QR codes to create a secure channel for residents to report information and connect with authorities, improving security and digital literacy. These efforts demonstrate a focus on measuring the impact of technology by the benefits it provides to people.
