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THE HANOI TIMES — On March 26, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inaugurated a platform for the Binh dan hoc vu so (Digital Literacy for All) movement in Hanoi, underscoring its potential to bridge the digital divide, especially in remote and underserved areas. As a key component, the Ministry of Science and Technology will introduce a national digital learning platform, crafted by the Ministry of Public Security. This platform aims to enhance digital literacy and encourage technology adoption nationwide. The platform is designed to empower citizens with vital digital skills, fostering a digitally adaptive community while propelling e-government, the digital economy, and a smart society forward. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (center) and delegates at the launch event. Photos: VGP This initiative echoes a historic literacy campaign that transformed Vietnam’s trajectory. Eight decades ago, as the nation gained independence, over 95% of its people lacked basic literacy skills. Pre...

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the power of women’s empowerment and the impact it has on society as a whole. The following stories from Vietnam are a testament to that. Le Thi Ha Giang, a young and ambitious entrepreneur, is taking her business to the next level by integrating digital skills. As a trainee of the Empower Her Tech Program by the United Nations Development Program, she acquired website building and digital design skills, including the use of generative AI. These new skills will undoubtedly propel her business forward in the digital age. Mi, a survivor of human trafficking, has transformed her life with the support of the International Organization on Migration and the UK government, in collaboration with reintegration partners from the Vietnamese labor ministry. She is now the primary breadwinner for her family, thanks to the provision of female goats, which offer a sustainable source of food and additional income. This assistance has empowered Mi and faci...