National Science, Technology and Innovation Programs Restructured

The project to restructure the national science, technology and innovation programs for the 2026-2035 period, approved by Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung, divides the system into six groups and sets various quantitative targets up to 2030.

Approval of the Project

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung signed Decision No. 1951/QD-TTg dated October 8, 2026, approving the Project on Restructuring National Science, Technology and Innovation Programs for the 2026-2035 Period.

Division of the System into Six Groups

Within the scope of the project, the system has been divided into six groups: national science, technology and innovation development; basic research; national key research; national innovation; special national programs; and national digital transformation.

While each group undertakes a specific function, they also interconnect within the activity chain of knowledge generation, applied research, technology development, product transfer, and commercialization.

Targets for 2030

The project has set various quantitative targets for the 2026-2030 period, stipulating that 100% of the programs be monitored via the National Science, Technology and Innovation Management Digital Platform.

Research and Product Targets

It is targeted to establish 30 strong research groups meeting regional standards, while planning to develop at least 20 key national products and strategic technology products.

Business and Entrepreneurship

It aims to develop at least 20 businesses specialized in strategic technology and technology products, with the products of at least 5 of them participating in global value chains.

Additionally, it targets the establishment of at least 250 innovative startups based on research results and intellectual property rights.