Ministry of Industry and Trade Defines New Department Structure
The relevant new decision reshapes the jurisdictions and organizational chart of the units within the ministry.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has officially issued Decision No. 2236/QD-BCT, regulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Department of Science, Technology, and Digital Transformation.
Legal Regulation and Enforcement
Decision No. 2236/QD-BCT, issued by the Ministry of Industry and Trade on September 11, 2026, defines the new structure and responsibilities of the department.
The decision in question is planned to enter into force as of September 15, 2026, replacing previous practices.
Status of the Previous Decision
This newly issued regulation ensures the repeal of the Minister's earlier Decision No. 936/QD-BCT dated April 2, 2025.
With this move, it is aimed to implement updates in the institutional structure.
Consultancy and Management Areas
The Department of Science, Technology, and Digital Transformation undertakes a critical advisory role within the relevant ministry regarding state administration and the enforcement of laws.
Strategic topics such as science, technology, innovation, and high technology are among the fields of activity of the department.
Sustainability and Digitalization
The unit assists in the regulation of digital transformation, technical standards, intellectual property, and sustainable production and consumption processes.
It also provides active support to the ministry in implementing modern policies such as the circular economy and green growth and development.