Vietnam has launched three new national technology networks focusing on quantum technology, cybersecurity, and aerospace. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to bolster innovation and foster collaboration among government entities, businesses, and global experts. The quantum-focused network, VNQuantum, aims to place Vietnam on the global quantum map by connecting researchers, industry leaders, and investors to advance applications in computing, secure communications, and national security.
The networks are supported by the National Innovation Centre (NIC) and industry partners such as Sovico Group. Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung presided over the launch ceremony. He stated, “To become a developed, high-income country by 2045, we must unlock all resources, ensure fast and sustainable growth, and put science, technology, and innovation at the core.
Vietnam cannot afford to lag behind; we must seize opportunities, make breakthroughs, and assert our national position.”
The launch of these networks is part of a broader strategy by Vietnam’s leadership to attract talent and tap into intellectual resources abroad. The NIC has facilitated the creation of 10 technology networks across 22 countries, bringing together more than 2,000 scientists, engineers, and technology leaders.
Vietnam’s national innovation strategy
Cooperation agreements were signed between the NIC and industry partners. Sovico Group pledged support for the NIC’s innovation and entrepreneurship programs. VNQuantum, ViSecurity, and UAV Vietnam also reached agreements with domestic and international partners to advance research and commercialization in their respective fields.
Vietnam’s decision to elevate quantum technology to a national priority is part of the global competition to develop practical quantum technologies. The NIC expects the new platforms to foster collaboration between universities, research institutes, and companies, aligning with the state’s long-term goals of economic resilience and global competitiveness. Deputy Minister of Finance Do Thanh Trung highlighted the initiative’s potential impact.
“With these networks, we are gradually shaping a global Vietnamese intelligence ecosystem,” Trung said. “They will become a core force to help our country catch up, keep pace, and even move ahead in several critical sectors.”