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The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has published a comprehensive list of 103 digital platforms, apps, and information systems deployed across various ministries and branches nationwide. This list is intended to minimise duplication and ensure efficient use of digital resources.
Leading the deployment, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) operates the most platforms, with a total of 31. It is followed by the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) with 11 platforms, the Ministry of Construction with 10, and the Ministries of Home Affairs (MHA) and Justice (MOJ), each with 9. The Ministry of Transport manages 8 platforms, while the Ministries of Planning and Investment (MPI) and Education and Training (MOET) each oversee 7.
The MIC compiled the list based on reports from various ministries and branches to promote nationwide digital platforms and prevent overlap. The list will be regularly updated and can be accessed on ndp.dx.gov.vn.
Among 29 ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and government bodies, 18 have already reported their digital platforms for national use. MIC has urged the remaining entities to report their platforms promptly to avoid duplication, with the potential for accountability before the Prime Minister if they fail to do so.
Additionally, ministries and branches are required to update their platforms as needed and integrate them with the National Data Sharing and Integration Platform for data exchange with local systems. Localities are encouraged to utilise these digital platforms and should seek support from platform administrators if any issues arise.
The national digital transformation program emphasises the use of commonly deployed digital platforms as a key strategy to advance digital transformation, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency. MIC highlights that digital transformation is crucial for accelerating industrialisation and modernisation, with a focus on platforms developed in Vietnam to benefit its citizens.
MIC also underscores that ensuring telecommunication and internet safety is the responsibility of mobile network operators. Government agencies must allocate appropriate budgets for communications, and press agencies should receive adequate investment to develop their own digital platforms.
Vietnam is keen to accelerate its digital transformation to enhance services for its citizens and achieve its national ambitions. This push aims to modernise infrastructure, streamline operations, and drive economic growth through innovative digital solutions.
As OpenGov Asia reported, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for a concerted push to ramp up digital transformation, emphasising its crucial role in national development. During a hybrid conference with leaders from various ministries and regions, he outlined five key focus areas: developing digital human resources, expanding digital infrastructure, integrating AI into management, and enhancing digital transformation mechanisms with an emphasis on decentralisation.
PM Chinh stressed the need for leaders to spearhead digital initiatives, promote the digital economy, and foster a digital culture aligned with Vietnamese identity. He mandated that all public services move online by the end of the year and that officials adopt digital methods and e-signatures by 2025. The conference also addressed building and connecting databases, applying technology in administration, and further developing digital infrastructure. Vietnam has already made significant progress, with 43 out of 53 essential public services available online and substantial growth in digital product exports.
Vietnam’s digital transformation strategy is showing significant results, with the country now recognised as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing e-commerce markets. According to a recent report, Vietnam’s e-commerce market surged to become the third-largest in the region, with a staggering 52.9% increase in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2023. This growth is driven by a robust digital strategy, including cross-border e-commerce expansion and government support is expected to grow 20% annually until 2026.
Such progress underscores the effectiveness of Vietnam’s commitment to digital transformation, showcasing its positive impact on both citizens and the economy.