Hanoi, April 30 -- Ho Chi Minh City (VNA) - Entering a new phase of development, Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating its transition toward a growth model driven by science and technology, innovation, and high-quality human resources. Strategic investment in research and development (R&D), core technologies and innovation institutions is being positioned as a central pillar for building new competitive advantages. Strong push for science and technology The city is formulating a comprehensive programme for scientific research, technology development and capacity enhancement for the 2026-2030 period. By 2030, total social investment in R&D is targeted at 2-3% of GRDP, with over 60% sourced from the private sector. Each year, at least 40 municip...