After 18 months of implementing Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, the most fundamental shift that has occurred is not merely administrative, but a paradigm shift in how science and technology are viewed. Today, innovation and digital transformation are no longer seen as the exclusive domain of research institutions, but as the main foundation for boosting economic competitiveness and national productivity.
Although progress has been recorded, implementation challenges on the ground remain a major obstacle. Often, coordination between government agencies and business actors still operates in silos, hindering the creation of a holistic innovation ecosystem. A change in approach is needed, moving from being administrative process-oriented to being outcome-oriented, delivering tangible added value for society and the business community.
Experts stress that the private sector must be placed at the center of the innovation ecosystem. The government's role should not be a substitute, but a facilitator creating a conducive climate for developing creative ideas and testing new technologies. Close linkages among universities, research institutions, and the business sector are key to ensuring that research findings do not merely end up as documents, but transform into economically valuable products.
Furthermore, mastering strategic technologies such as artificial intelligence and semiconductors demands long-term investment in basic science. Although the impact is not instantaneous, developing scientific foundations and enhancing human resource quality are strategic investments to maintain national independence within global value chains.
By strengthening multisectoral collaboration, including international strategic partnerships, Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW is believed to be capable of serving as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth. This transformation is crucial to ensuring that the benefits of technological progress are widely felt across all aspects of the socio-economic life of society.
