The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has launched a decisive action plan to implement Resolution 57, a landmark directive issued by the Politburo on December 22, 2024, aimed at accelerating science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

This was reinforced by Resolution 03, issued by the government on January 9, 2025, outlining a national implementation strategy.

On February 5, 2025, Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long chaired a high-level meeting to review and enforce the execution of these resolutions. The ministry has established Action Plan No. 286, assigning clear responsibilities to each department to ensure rapid progress.

Eliminating obstacles to accelerate development

At the meeting, Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long emphasized the need for bold and decisive action in executing Resolution 57. He stressed that no regulatory barriers should hinder progress.

"If regulations are an obstacle, we must amend them. If decrees are a hurdle, we must revise them," Long stated firmly. "There is no such thing as an insurmountable obstacle - delays in reform will only create bottlenecks that slow national development."

He also underscored the importance of leadership accountability, noting that leaders are no longer just supervisors but active participants in execution. Performance will be measured based on actual results, and leaders will be held directly responsible for the progress of their respective departments.

Strict timelines and real-time monitoring

All departments within MIC have been instructed to review their tasks, set clear deadlines, and report on their progress. If additional resources are needed, they must immediately request support to prevent any delays.

"One week of delay means the country is stalled for a week. One month of delay means we lose a month of progress. We cannot afford to fall behind," Long emphasized.

To ensure strict oversight, MIC has assigned the National Digital Transformation Agency to collaborate with the ministry’s office to develop a real-time monitoring system. This system will track progress on a weekly and monthly basis, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Urgency and national responsibility

Long urged all departments to prioritize their tasks and even complete assignments ahead of schedule where possible.

"We cannot afford delays. If we fall behind, we become a bottleneck to national development. The workload is massive, but if executed effectively, this will create a breakthrough for Vietnam’s progress," he stated.

At the conclusion of the meeting, all participating agencies pledged to fully commit to their assigned responsibilities, demonstrating a shared determination to drive Vietnam’s digital transformation forward.

Trong Dat