April 18, 2025
By Our Correspondent
Vietnam is striving to catch up with early adopters of emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific region. A Vietnamese professor based in London emphasized the need for the country to make substantial progress in areas such as quantum computing. Nguyen Xuan Huan discussed the “Politburo’s Resolution 57-NQ/TW,” a newly introduced policy aimed at accelerating advancements in science and technology by incorporating next-generation solutions to enhance the economy.
Professor Huan indicated that several provisions within Resolution 57 are set to establish Vietnam as a technological leader in the region. He pointed out that alleviating liability for economic losses during scientific experiments would enable researchers to expand their innovative capabilities.
Additionally, the resolution aims to enhance funding opportunities for researchers while granting them greater autonomy in managing research finances. Huan highlighted that this initiative would streamline the often cumbersome bureaucratic processes involved in accessing funds.
However, achieving leadership in emerging technologies will be challenging for Vietnam, given the intense competition from other Asian nations such as Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore.
Huan cautioned against a narrow focus on semiconductor manufacturing, blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI), advocating instead for a broader exploration of quantum computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Big Data to strengthen Vietnam’s position in the APAC region.
In addition to expanding into quantum computing and Big Data, Huan advocates for significant investment in talent development to drive the digitization initiative. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between universities and emerging technology sectors to enhance research funding and innovation.
Moreover, strengthening bilateral relations could benefit Vietnam as the nation forges essential partnerships. Huan encourages authorities to permit expatriate scholars to serve as visiting professors and to motivate Vietnamese intellectuals abroad to engage in the country’s digitization efforts.
Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam, is allocating resources for investments in blockchain and artificial intelligence. Previous reports indicate that players in the food sector are utilizing blockchain technology to authenticate and verify halal certifications.