Vietnam, Russia to Develop Quantum Technology Cooperation Roadmap

Vietnam and Russia have agreed to develop a roadmap for cooperation in the emerging field of quantum technology. This agreement is part of broader efforts to establish science and technology cooperation as a new pillar of bilateral ties. Quantum technology is a rapidly advancing frontier requiring significant investment. By learning from the experiences of pioneering countries like Russia, Vietnam aims to considerably shorten the time needed for workforce development and the cultivation of indigenous capabilities. Discussions between top leaders, including General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong and Russian President Vladimir Putin, have confirmed substantive and comprehensive progress in bilateral relations, suggesting that sci-tech cooperation could become a new driving force. Under its one-party system, Vietnam continues to pursue economic growth while expanding investment in high-tech sectors to enhance its international competitiveness. Strengthening strategic partnerships, particularly with Russia, holds significant implications for Vietnam's foreign policy and security strategy, especially in the context of its complex relationship with China. This quantum technology cooperation is expected to lay the groundwork for Vietnam to play a key role in future technological innovations.