Science, Technology and Innovation in Vietnam: Current Situation and Policy Solution

Science, technology and innovation (STI) play an important role in solving social problems, contributing to economic growth, creating prosperity and sustainable development of the nation. In Vietnam, STI is prioritized to develop through the Party and State guidelines and policies, many STI achievements have been applied in Vietnam's economic sectors, bringing practical benefits for the society. Vietnam?s global innovation index is improved, scientific and technological potential is raised. However, the results are not as expected, the rate of technological innovation in economic sectors is not high; the market of science and technology is not really developed,....This paper will analyze the current situation of STI in Vietnam, thereby proposing policy solutions to promote STI development in accordance with Vietnam's conditions and globalization trend of STI.