Action program issued to implement Politburo resolution on science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation

The Government has issued Resolution No. 03/NQ-CP which outlines a comprehensive action program to implement the Politburo’s Resolution No.57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and digital transformation.

Under the Resolution No.03, the Government requires relevant ministries, agencies and localities to focus on implementing seven key tasks.

The key tasks include raising awareness and creating breakthrough in renewing mindset on science and technology development, innovation and digital transformation; and urgently complete institution and legal framework and remove institutional and policy obstacles hindering the development of science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

Other tasks include enhancing investment and completion of infrastructure for science and technology development, innovation and digital transformation; and develop human resources.

The Government also asked for measures to speed up digital transformation and application of science, technology and innovation; promote scientific, technological and innovative activities at enterprises;  and promote international cooperation in these fields.