Vietnam accelerates science and technology drive, completing two-thirds of key targets

Vietnam is accelerating implementation of Resolution 57-NQ/TW, a comprehensive science and technology development strategy, with progress reaching over 66 percent of assigned objectives, according to government statements. The consolidated Steering Committee has prioritized removing systemic obstacles that have constrained innovation across key sectors.

Among the focal points are institutional reforms designed to streamline research governance, expansion of financing mechanisms to support innovation ventures, and increased investment in digital transformation infrastructure. Officials have identified these areas as critical bottlenecks limiting the nation's capacity to generate and commercialize technological breakthroughs.

The acceleration comes as Hanoi has ranked first in the 2026 Provincial Innovation Index, signaling regional leadership in fostering innovation ecosystems. The capital's strong performance reflects growing momentum across research institutions, startup communities, and technology-driven industries.

Vietnam's intensified science-technology push aligns with findings from recent World Intellectual Property Organization reports, which underscore the importance of systemic innovation frameworks in driving economic competitiveness. Government bodies are leveraging these assessments to refine policy implementation under Resolution 57, ensuring sustained progress toward innovation targets through 2026 and beyond.