Science, technology and innovation policies of Vietnam

This article analyzes Vietnam's science, technology and innovation policies. The introduction focuses on the country's economic transformation since the Doi moi reforms and I discuss how these developments have introduced a structural change. The argument is that Vietnam's economic transformation has framed scientific and technological activities. In addition, I examine the scientific and technological sector's evolution and its connection to the creation of a National Innovation System. I also evaluate the performance of the scientific and technological sector within the international context. Finally, I introduce some reflections about the importance of strengthening science, technology and innovation as a key for the development of Vietnamese society.