Minister Vu Hai Quan: Artificial Intelligence Must Deliver Real Value to People and Businesses

Speaking at the opening of Vietnam International Digital Week 2026 (VIDW 2026) held in Quang Ninh province, Minister of Science and Technology Vu Hai Quan emphasized that artificial intelligence should gain value not through strategies or pilot projects, but through the improvement of public services, increased efficiency, and an enhanced quality of life.

Speaking at the Vietnam International Digital Week 2026 (VIDW 2026) conference, launched on October 28, 2026, under the theme "Smart Connectivity Development, AI Governance, Creating AI Transformation" in cooperation with the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee, Minister Vu Hai Quan stated that artificial intelligence is transforming economic growth models and government services.

Minister Quan noted that smart connectivity, AI governance, and AI transformation are three core issues of strategic importance for future development. Stating that Vietnam has identified science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as the key drivers of its new growth model, Quan committed to strengthening human resources, implementing risk-based management, and expanding international cooperation.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyen Van Cong, Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee, noted that the city views science, technology, and digital transformation as a vital driving force for development. Cong stated that they are focused on developing digital infrastructure, utilizing data, and applying artificial intelligence in urban management, tourism, industry, logistics, border trade, and environmental protection.