Google and Vietnam discuss AI and digital transformation cooperation

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung met with Google’s Global Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy, Cris Turner, to discuss expanding cooperation in technology and digital transformation. Google expressed its intention to increase partnerships to support Vietnam’s artificial intelligence (AI) development goals and provide practical benefits to its citizens.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung emphasized that science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation are primary drivers of Vietnam’s economic growth. He expressed a desire for Google to support the local digital ecosystem, helping “Make in Vietnam” products and solutions reach international markets. The Vietnamese government aims to establish cooperative relationships that integrate investment with research, development, technology transfer, and high-quality human resource training.

Google has already established a presence in Vietnam, opening an office in Ho Chi Minh City in 2023. The company is currently coordinating with the National Innovation Center (NIC) on the “Creating Vietnam’s AI Future” initiative, which includes providing 40,000 scholarships for digital skills training and AI courses, alongside startup support programs.