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Digital technology is changing health care in Vietnam
Thanks to digital transformation, patients can make an appointment with a doctor without having to see the doctor directly and without needing to have a special connection with hospital officers to get priority to receive medical treatment.Dr Nguyen Ba Viet, director of Quang Ninh General ...
Vo Thu
Central steering committee established to lead innovation, digital transformation
The Politburo has announced the establishment of the Central Steering Committee for the Development of Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation, aiming to achieve a digital economy contributing at least 30% of GDP by 2030 and 50% of GDP by 2045. This initiative seeks to ...
Digital infrastructure development to be accelerated
Work continues in all parts of Vietnam to establish the digital infrastructure necessary for the country’s future. Developing comprehensive digital infrastructure around Vietnam has become a strategic priority amid the rapid progress of Industry 4.0.The Vietnamese Government has introduced several pivotal policies to foster digital infrastructure ...
Ngo Huyen
Promoting digital transformation in higher education
Digital transformation in education and training, particularly higher education, is becoming an inevitable trend, receiving special attention from universities. These efforts aim to improve training quality to meet the increasing demands of society and the labour market.Since 2022, the ministry has implemented a higher education ...
Digital infrastructure development paves the way for national digital transformation breakthroughs
Vietnam, one of the leading countries in Southeast Asia in terms of digital infrastructure development, continues to make significant efforts to build a modern and integrated digital foundation, driving the comprehensive digital transformation of the nation, from digital government and digital economy to digital society.Digital ...
Digital technology industry faces severe shortage of skilled workers
After Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long submitted to the National Assembly a report on the draft Law on Digital Technology Industry, the National Assembly discussed this draft law today.Deputy Vu Hai Quan highlighted that the lack of highly skilled professionals is the primary obstacle ...
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HCMC schools go digital with AI
In recent years, the integration of big data systems and artificial intelligence has reshaped educational management and instruction in Ho Chi Minh City, leading to notable improvements in educational quality. Nevertheless, the full realization of this potential is hindered by various obstacles, demanding focused interventions ...
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Supporting women’s participation in digital transformation process
There are many benefits that digital transformation can bring to women, especially vulnerable groups of women, such as improved access to information, markets, and social services. This provides women with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills, and opportunities for personal development.The equal participation of ...
Minh Chau
Comprehensive digital transformation: Unlock the potential of data
Ho Chi Minh City launched its Data Portal (http://data.hochiminhcity.gov.vn) on June 18, 2024, making 111 datasets freely available. The city aims to unlock the potential of precious data source. These datasets cover 13 key areas like education, health, society, and the environment. This initiative allows individuals ...
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Comprehensive digital transformation: Major contribution to HCMC's GRDP
Ho Chi Minh City has set a target for the digital economy to represent 25 percent of the city’s Gross Regional Domestic Product by the year 2025, and to increase this figure to 40 percent by 2030. This goal exceeds the national average by 5 ...
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