Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has demanded that the development of strategic technology must result in specific products with high added value, commercialization potential, and high localization rates. These must contribute substantively to the economy's productivity.

"Enterprises, institutes, and universities must become the heart of the innovation ecosystem," he made the remarks at a ceremony celebrating Vietnam Science, Technology, and Innovation Day and the Conference on the Deployment of Strategic Technology on May 18.

"Ministries and sectors must promptly "place orders" for core technologies and strategic products to serve management and production, with a determination to form products for key sectors within this year."

These form one of the several key orientations that Vietnam must focus in the coming time in realizing the goals of becoming a modern industrial country by 2030 and a high-income developed nation by 2045.

Secondly,  he said, an effective innovation ecosystem must be built. In this model, the State creates the legal institutions; research institutes and universities generate knowledge, technology, and human resources; and enterprises serve as the center for application and commercialization. The State will focus on supporting businesses to improve their capacity to absorb and master technology. The goal is to form Vietnamese technology enterprises with international competitiveness that can lead in strategic technological fields.

Thirdly,  international cooperation must be strengthened. Mechanisms are needed to ensure that foreign-invested enterprises in Vietnam transfer technology and participate in strategic tech chains. Vietnam should also leverage its global network of overseas Vietnamese intellectuals and experts.

Fourthly, particular importance must be placed on high-quality human resources. There must be "exceptional mechanisms" to discover, train, attract, and employ talent—especially leading experts, young scientists, and technological geniuses. This task has been assigned to the Ministry of Education and Training and the Ministry of Science and Technology. Universities and institutes must strive to become strong research and startup hubs.

Fifthly, there must be a drastic shift in mindset—moving from "performing for form's sake" to focusing on substantive products, value, and efficiency. Every science and technology program must aim to solve the country’s major challenges and directly serve citizens and businesses. Output products, practical efficiency, and the level of commercialization will be the primary metrics for evaluating success.

According to the Prime Minister, Vietnam is currently refining its institutional frameworks, developing strategic technologies and products, training human resources, and establishing financial mechanisms. These policy breakthroughs aim to further promote science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. The goal is to effectively implement the Politburo's Resolution 57 and, crucially, to enhance the productivity, quality, and competitiveness of the national economy.

PM Hung emphasized that "we are living in an era where science, technology, and innovation evolve daily amid intensifying global competition. Nations with high competitive capacity will seize opportunities to rise and achieve rapid, sustainable development. With the goal of becoming a modern industrial country by 2030 and a high-income developed nation by 2045, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation are identified as key drivers—the "golden key" and vital factors in realizing the country's development aspirations."

He affirmed that the development of science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, and strategic technology is the definitive path toward rapid and sustainable national growth in this new era of development.

"The Government is confident that with Vietnamese intellect and resilience, combined with the rising aspirations of the Vietnamese people, we will undoubtedly master strategic technologies, bolster our national self-reliance, and assert Vietnam's position in the digital age. We must act with the highest resolve to successfully achieve this objective," the Government leader stated.

He called upon intellectuals, scientists, experts, entrepreneurs, the tech business community, and society at large to continue fostering a strong sense of patriotism, a dedication to service, and a spirit of innovation. 

He also proposed that the State effectively perform its roles in providing guidance, fostering connections, placing orders, supporting research and development (R&D), and acting as the "first buyer" for strategic technology products once they meet the necessary requirements.

The Government pledges to always stand by, listen to, and resolve the challenges faced by the community, while creating the most favorable conditions for science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation to serve as the true engines of national development in the new era.