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The effectiveness of science, technology and innovation policies is not only measured by the number of tasks, programs or resources allocated, but must be reflected through productivity, quality, added value and actual competitiveness of businesses and the economy. Download Mr. Nguyen Nam Hai, Chairman of the National Committee for Standards, Metrology and Quality, spoke at the Conference - Photo: chinphu.vn/TG This is the focus set at the seminar Science, technology and innovation policies to promote national productivity, taking place on August 14 in Ho Chi Minh City. The workshop is within the framework of the National Productivity and Quality Forum in 2026, organized by the Ministry of Science and Technology in coordination with the Central Policy and Strategy Committee. Speaking at the workshop, Mr. Nguyen Nam Hai, Chairman of the National Committee for Standards, Metrology and Quality (Ministry of Science and Technology) said that in the new development period, growth cannot continue to rely mainly on capital expansion, labor and resource exploitation. Sustainable growth must come from the capacity to master the industry. technology, innovate management methods, improve institutional quality and effectively use resources. The spirit of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW sets out the need to turn science, technology, innovation and digital transformation into direct driving forces of development. According to Mr. Nguyen Nam Hai, the important issue is not only to affirm the role of science and technology but to clarify the mechanism for knowledge, technology and supporting resources to enter businesses; Helps businesses absorb, master and innovate technology. Policy effectiveness must be measured by actual results. Download GS. Dr. Vu Minh Khuong, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore analyzes the trends shaping science, technology and innovation policies - Photo: chinphu.vn/TGAI becoming the new productivity infrastructure According to Prof. Dr. Vu Minh Khuong, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, there are 7 trends that are shaping science, technology and innovation policies. These are AI becoming the new productivity infrastructure; shifting from R&D management to building innovation ecosystems; shifting from developing innovation capacity to solving national challenges with innovation; AI - digital transformation - green transformation become the focus; the three houses model shifts to an open ecosystem; The government shifted from funding research to creating platforms and innovation must spread throughout the economy. From there, Prof. Dr. Vu Minh Khuong proposed 8 directions for Vietnam, including positioning Vietnam to become a regional AI and innovation center; AIize the economy, prioritize small and medium-sized enterprises; master strategic semiconductor capabilities; develop green and smart production; smart agriculture, low emission energy and AI Government. He also proposed building an innovation ecosystem three houses 2.0, expanding the participation of startups, financial institutions and global partners. In particular, it is necessary to popularize technology to small and medium-sized enterprises, helping this sector not only buy technology but more importantly know how to create value from technology. Institutional reform to increase productivity Meanwhile, Ms. Vo Thi Lan Phuong, Managing Director of Vriens & Partners Vietnam, said that institutional reform needs to become a direct driving force to unlock resources, promote innovation and improve productivity. According to Ms. Vo Thi Lan Phuong, there are 6 policy groups. risks reducing productivity, including creating excessive compliance costs; restrict competition; hinder innovation; increases risks; creating a scale trap and prolonged protection. To overcome it, it is necessary to strengthen risk management, move pre-audit to post-audit when appropriate, and eliminate duplicate requirements; Restrict competition only when absolutely necessary; At the same time, we should not ban new things just because there are no regulations, but need to manage according to results, create a sandbox and ensure technology neutrality. In his closing speech, Mr. Nguyen Nam Hai emphasized 3 requirements: Policies must aim at measurable development results; Enterprises must be the center of policy implementation; At the same time, it is necessary to form a regular feedback loop between management agencies, experts and businesses to promptly replicate effective models and adjust regulations that are no longer appropriate. Accordingly, institutional quality does not only lie in the promulgation of policies, but more importantly, the speed at which policies come to life and the ability to create real results for the productivity and competitiveness of the economy.Thu GiangSee moreProductivity breakthrough based on science, technology and innovation and digital transformationSee moreADB: Vietnam is growing positively but needs to quickly improve productivity
