Hanoi, July 14 -- The Government has issued Resolution No. 66.22/2026/NQ-CP on digital citizen development, officially designating October 15 each year as Vietnam Digital Citizen Day.

The resolution, taking effect from August 15, 2026 to February 28, 2027, establishes principles for developing digital citizens, stipulates beneficiaries of relevant policies, defines their rights and responsibilities, introduces State incentive policies, expands the national digital identity application (VNeID), and outlines the responsibilities of State agencies, organisations and providers of digital products and services.

Under the resolution, citizens have the right to control the use of their personal data, access digital services and receive legal p...