Vietnam ranks 37th in its first digital and AI competitiveness ranking

Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology announced the results of the 2026 World Digital and Artificial Intelligence Competitiveness Ranking (WDAIR 2026) in Hanoi on November 11. In its first official participation, Vietnam ranked 37th among 70 economies.

Vietnam ranked 37th in the 2026 World Digital and Artificial Intelligence Competitiveness Ranking.（VietVance）

Vietnam ranked third among the six Southeast Asian economies assessed. The ranking was compiled by Switzerland’s International Institute for Management Development (IMD).

The ranking covers competitiveness in digital technology and artificial intelligence. In announcing the results, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology also referred to progress in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, as well as the implementation of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Politburo.

Source: VietVance