Major General, Associate Professor, Doctor Nguyen Tung Hung, Deputy Commander of the 86th Command:
Promote synchronized, widespread and effective digital transformation across the entire armed forces.
With the mission of advising the Central Military Commission (CMC) and the Ministry of National Defense on managing and protecting national sovereignty in cyberspace and information technology, the 86th Command advised the CMC and the Ministry of National Defense to promptly and effectively implement tasks in accordance with Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, Government Resolution No. 71/NQ-CP and Resolution No. CMC 3488-NQ/QUTW; proposed to the Minister of National Defense to issue a directive on strengthening the development and management of ministerial databases and specialized databases within the Ministry of National Defense; and implemented tasks within the framework of the “Digital Literacy Movement” of the Ministry of National Defense.
| The Minister of National Defense visits a model of an arms and ammunition depot using new technologies at the KV1 depot, within the Department of Military Equipment, under the General Directorate of Logistics and Technical Services. Photo: LA DUY |
Simultaneously, the 86th Command issued three regulations, three rules, three directives and a document announcing the list of software and applications used within the Department of National Defense for agencies and units throughout the Army; it deployed four common software applications, including multimedia messaging application QiMe (with more than 140,000 accounts); he made recommendations regarding the development and implementation of the “Digital Education Platform of the Ministry of National Defense” on the Internet and on the military computer network, which recorded more than 30 million visits; and it completed the construction and commissioning of the Northern Ministry of National Defense Data Center, meeting advanced technological requirements and standards in accordance with national standards.
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| Major General, Associate Professor, Doctor Nguyen Tung Hung, Deputy Commander of the 86th Command. Photo: LE MANH |
In the coming months, the 86th Command will continue to fully assume its role as a permanent body within the Steering Committee of the Ministry of National Defense for scientific and technological advances, innovation, digital transformation, the implementation of Project 06 and administrative reform. He will advise the Minister of National Defense on the effective implementation of the Digital Transformation Project within the ministry for the period 2026-2030, after adjustments. It will promote the construction, updating and commissioning of departmental databases and specialized databases, in accordance with the approved list, and implement the Plan for the Development and Application of Digital Data within the Ministry of National Defense until 2030.
To further promote digital transformation across the Army, the 86th Command has identified three priority areas: research into full mobility of command and control operations; mastering cloud computing technology and developing a specific roadmap for the migration of all systems serving digital transformation to cloud computing platforms; and research and development of products using artificial intelligence (AI) technology, making existing applications and platforms smarter.
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Rear Admiral, Associate Professor, Doctor Ngo Thanh Cong, Director of the Naval Academy:
A major breakthrough in building “smart schools”
Aware that digital transformation, an essential and urgent element of the fundamental and comprehensive reform of education, training and scientific research, the Naval Academy has mobilized its internal resources and various sources to invest in the simultaneous modernization of its technological infrastructure, thus ensuring effective support for teaching, research and management. To date, the Academy has completed the construction of a high-speed local area network (LAN), connecting all departments, faculties and units. The data server system is secured by a multi-layer protection system; Many smart classrooms and simulation rooms for practical training are operational and used efficiently.
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| Rear Admiral, Associate Professor, Doctor Ngo Thanh Cong, Director of the Naval Academy. Photo: Tu Son |
At the Combat Simulation Training Center, trainees can pilot warship models and coordinate combat operations in a near-realistic virtual environment, incorporating elements such as waves, wind, radar, sonar and radio communications. Furthermore, the Naval Academy has digitized all of its programs and documents for internal use (with the exception of classified documents); more than 2,700 digitized documents are integrated into specialized management software. At the same time, the Academy is gradually establishing a data and digital education center, an intelligent training control room and a virtual reality simulation center for training crews of surface ships and submarines.
Furthermore, aware that people are at the heart of digital transformation, the Academy has adopted specific resolutions and action plans to build a sufficiently numerous, highly qualified faculty capable of quickly adapting to the digital environment. Regular training in digital skills, online course design and the use of simulation software and learning platforms is organized for teacher-researchers. Young teacher-researchers are encouraged to participate in research groups, innovation clubs and working groups on digital transformation within the Academy. In particular, the integration of the digital skills of teacher-researchers into the criteria for performance evaluation, awarding of titles and appointment to professional and technical positions has greatly boosted learning and research.
The progress made in faculty development and infrastructure investment provides a solid foundation for the Naval Academy to gradually build a “smart school” model, a “digital naval academy”, thereby effectively contributing to the goal of building a modern navy.
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Colonel, Dr. TRAN NGOC HA, Director of the Air Defense and Air Force Engineering Institute:
Focus on the research and development of cutting-edge products.
As the main research center of the Air Defense Command, the Air Defense Engineering Institute implements mechanisms and policies aimed at attracting high-level human resources; it boldly appoints competent young officers to key positions and creates a friendly working environment with ample development opportunities to retain highly qualified personnel. Currently, 95% of the Institute’s researchers hold a master’s degree or higher, and almost 20% a doctorate.
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| Colonel, Doctor Tran Ngoc Ha, Director of the Air Defense and Air Force Engineering Institute. Photo: CONG NGU |
Along with the development of human resources, the Air Defense and Air Force Engineering Institute actively proposes to increase investments in the modernization and synchronization of infrastructure and measurement and testing equipment, thereby creating a solid technical base for improving the quality of research, innovation, design and testing of weapons and technical equipment. At the same time, in order to keep pace with the development of military science and technology and implement a scientific research strategy focused on self-reliance and modernization, the Institute encourages cooperation in research and technology transfer, relying on the strengths of its partners in infrastructure and scientific and technological expertise.
Furthermore, the Institute favors a research-oriented approach, which it considers to be a priority solution and an essential foundation for its effective development. With more than 30 years of experience in drone research, the Institute has perfect mastery of this technology and designs products with suitable configurations and high reliability. Examples include drones compatible with the targeting and fire control systems of the Su-30MK2 aircraft, as well as the series of FPV drones integrating artificial intelligence and edge processing (Edge AI).
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| Test equipment for programmable modules of the C125-2TM anti-aircraft missile, designed, developed and manufactured by the Air Defense and Air Force Engineering Institute. Photo: CONG NGU |
Between 2020 and 2025, the Air Defense and Air Force Engineering Institute implemented 12 projects, 82 research themes and 8 scientific and technological tasks at different levels, with more than 400 operational technical tasks. These actions have contributed to improving the quality of training, combat preparation and airspace management in the current context. The Institute has finalized its scientific and technological development plan for 2030 and beyond. This plan is focused on researching the technical, tactical and air attack capabilities of different types of drones, designing and manufacturing equivalent dummy targets for training and exercises, as well as researching and mastering manufacturing technologies of different types of critical modules, units and systems. The aim is to ensure self-sufficiency in materials, move towards autonomy in technical support and reduce dependence on imports.
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