Digital technologies are revolutionising Vietnam's livestock sector. From remote-controlled feeding systems that mitigate disease risks to AI monitoring, these innovations are reducing labour costs and making farms significantly more efficient. With strong government support and over 60% of concentrated farms already adopting digital solutions, Vietnam is paving the way for a highly advanced, sustainable and globally competitive agricultural industry by 2030.
Data has become a strategic resource in the modern digital economy, driving e-commerce and future growth. However, unlocking its true economic value requires balancing the free flow of information with robust privacy and security protections. With Vietnam's data economy projected to contribute $79 billion to GDP by 2030, strengthening the legal framework for personal data protection is essential to build public trust and sustain long-term development.
Party General Secretary and President To Lam met Vietnamese technology experts on the night of 11 September, Vietnam time. Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm welcomed the experts' proposals on national data analysis, linking government databases and developing a photonics centre in Vietnam. He stressed that strong science and technology are essential to Vietnam’s rapid, sustainable development and greater autonomy.
As supply chains become more interconnected, cities are facing a new challenge: how to expand their economic links without making logistics more costly or falling behind on green and digital standards. For Ho Chi Minh City, the question has become more pressing as its development space expands and its role in regional supply chains grows.
Party General Secretary and President To Lam and French President Emmanuel Macron attended the Vietnam-France leaders' forum on 10 September in Paris. The event as part of the Vietnamese Party chief's official visit to France attracted leaders and business representatives from both countries.
E-commerce is changing the way Vietnamese goods reach international markets. Without a direct presence in each market, products from Vietnam can now reach consumers across the world through digital platforms. For Vietnamese businesses to move from getting online orders to building a brand in international markets requires a mix of digital innovation, industry expertise and support from the government.
Heritage gives local products a distinctive story, but for them to be successful, the market demands more. From reliable quality to clear information and convenient ways to buy, producers making local specialities are developing new strategies to turn heritage into value.