Vietnam provinces prioritize science, technology, and innovation

In Ca Mau province, the Department of Science and Technology has established the Innovation Center (CiNec). This new entity was formed by merging the Center for Science and Technology Application, the Digital Transformation Center, and the Startup and Innovation Center. Huynh Tuan Anh has been appointed as the Director of CiNec. The merger aims to consolidate resources and strengthen connections between government agencies, businesses, research institutes, and universities to drive socio-economic development.

In Vinh Long province, the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Vinh Long Provincial People's Committee signed a coordination program for the 2026–2030 period. The program focuses on science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation to support sustainable economic growth. Provincial leadership emphasized shifting from resource-based growth to growth driven by productivity and technology, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, renewable energy, and processing industries.