Vietnam’s Government AI Readiness Index higher than global average
Vietnam ranked 6th out of the 10 ASEAN member countries and 55th globally in the 2022 Government AI Readiness Index, up seven places compared to 2021, according to the index report released by the UK’s Oxford Insights.
Vietnam ranked 6th out of the 10 ASEAN member countries and 55th globally in the 2022 Government AI Readiness Index.(Photo: Internet)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam ranked 6th out of the 10 🔜ASEAN member countries and 55th globally in the 2022 Government AI ReadinessIndex, up seven places compared to 2021, according to the index report releasedby the UK’s Oxford Insights.
The country earned an average score of 53.96 points in2022, increasing from 51.82 points in 2021 and surpassing the global average of44.61, according to Oxford Insights, which ranked 181 countries this year, upfrom 160 in last year’s iteration. These are part of the article “Vietnam’s AI LeadershipStatus Is Blossoming” published last week by the US magazine Forbes. Thearticle summarises several research sources about Vietnam’s AI industry,indicating that it has an ambitious plan to lead the AI industry in Asia,turning it into top four countries in Asia in terms of artificial intelligenceadvancement.
Digital solutions are introduced at a information and communications industry.(Photo: VNA)
Forbes highlighted Vietnam’s jump in the AI readinessindex when mentioning that the International Development Research Centre inCanada and the UK’s Oxford ranked Vietnam 6th in ASEAN and 62nd in the worldfor the 2021 Government Artificial Intelligence Readiness Score. That was the first time Vietnam’sAI Readiness Score reached 51.82 out of 100, which surpasses the global average of 47.72 andhelps the country climb 14 places compared to the previous year. The readinessof a country or territory toward AI technology is evaluated through threepillars – the government, technology, and data infrastructure. The article cited statistics from the Ministry ofInformation and Communications which says that Vietnam now has more than 64,000digital technology enterprises, an increase of 5,600 compared to2020, and nearly 1,000 Vietnamese branded ICT products and services. It is estimated that it has more than 1 million ITworkers, and more than 80,000 university and college graduates majoring ininformation and communication technology. Moreover, the Vietnamese government is investing heavilyin AI and other digital technologies such as machine learning, blockchain, bigdata analytics, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing. Vietnam recently approved the National DigitalTransformation Programme by 2025 with an orientation towards 2030, whichcreates a foundation for a solid strategy for the country to become a powerful AIinnovator in the years to come. However, besides positive signs for AI industrydevelopment, Vietnam is still facing challenges, particularly those relating tohuman resources with the necessary knowledge in AI, the article pointed out. According to the World Intellectual Property Organisation(WIPO), there are fewer than 2,000 Vietnamese studying and working inAI-related fields, and fewer than 300 are considered AI experts. Currently,there are about 50 universities and academies in Vietnam that teach majorsubjects related to AI./.
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Vietnam climbed seven positions in the Government AI Readiness Index 2022, ranking 6th among ASEAN countries and 55th globally, as shown in the latest report issued by the UK’s Oxford Insights.
Under the European Union (EU)’s global initiative on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE), Vietnam has implemented numerous projects aimed at strengthening national capacity in detecting, preventing, and preparing for CBRN-related threats.
The course aims to promote knowledge exchange between scientific and educational schools from different countries, while deepening participants’ expertise in modern technology and technical education. It comprises two main specialisations of electronics-automation and nuclear technology.
ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.
A key highlight will be the technology cluster pavilion, showcasing top enterprises selected for their innovation, market potential, and practical applications. These firms will display flagship products and solutions, supported by government policies to strengthen the tech sector.
Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass. Nearly 100 of these firms received support to develop and improve their products, benefiting more than 300,000 customers and creating over 300 new jobs through successful fundraising and team expansion amidst Vietnam’s competitive economy.
Over the past three decades, Binh Duong has cemented its status as one of Vietnam’s most dynamic industrial hubs, building a robust foundation in manufacturing, exports, and investment. The province now has 30 operational industrial parks spanning over 13,000 hectares, with an occupancy rate exceeding 90%.
The diplomat emphasised that Vietnam places the highest priority on the development of science, technology, and innovation, viewing them as critical drivers for the country’s advancement in the new development era.
The PM revealed Vietnam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Vietnam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes; training and developing human resources; ensuring nuclear safety; and conducting training and drills to improve incident management capabilities.
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The average speed of the national mobile broadband network remained stable, with download speeds reaching 76.86 Mbps and upload speeds reaching 26.98 Mbps.
Under the MoU, AMD will support several key initiatives spearheaded by HCM City’s authorities, including piloting policies, co-hosting innovation events, and evaluating the investment environment within the Saigon Hi-Tech Park.
The centre is a joint initiative between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, with PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) serving as co-leads, and global telecommunications giant Nokia as founding industry partner.
The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.
As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.
The organisers hope the competition will help shape a generation of exceptional engineers who will make significant contributions to Vietnam’s scientific and technological progress in this era of transformation.
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Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu laid stress on the significance of the Hanoi Convention, particularly to the Asia – Pacific, to handling legal gaps in international cooperation against rapidly increasing global cybercrime.
Vietnam ranked 6th out of the 10 ASEAN member countries and 55th globally in the 2022 Government AI Readiness Index.(Photo: Internet) 
Digital solutions are introduced at a information and communications industry.(Photo: VNA) 
