Two deputy ministers appointed to Ministry of Science and Technology

<p>Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long and Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong had appointed as deputy ministers of Ministry of Science and Technology, strengthened leadership in the newly merged ministry.</p>

On March 1 in Hanoi, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung chaired a ceremony announcing the Prime Minister’s decision to appoint Pham Duc Long and Bui Hoang Phuong as deputy ministers of the newly consolidated Ministry of Science and Technology (MST).

The event was attended by existing Deputy Ministers Bui The Duy, Le Xuan Dinh, and Hoang Minh, along with representatives from central government bodies and senior leaders of the ministry’s departments and agencies.

According to Decisions No. 318 and 366, signed on February 19, the Prime Minister officially transferred and appointed Pham Duc Long and Bui Hoang Phuong from the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) to their new roles at MST for a five-year term.

The decision took effect on March 1, coinciding with the official operation of the newly merged ministry, which brings together the former MIC and MST.

Minister Nguyen Manh Hung emphasized that the appointments of the two deputy ministers mark an important milestone in the development of the ministry.

He noted that the consolidation of the two ministries signifies a major step toward streamlining administrative structures while enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in driving scientific and technological progress.

Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long has built a distinguished career in the telecommunications and electronics sector, rising from a technical staff member to the chairman of a major corporation before joining the leadership team at MIC. His strategic vision and commitment to innovation have played a crucial role in transitioning Vietnam’s telecommunications infrastructure toward digitalization, laying the foundation for the country’s digital economy and smart society.

Meanwhile, Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong, a young and dynamic leader with a strong background in information technology and digital transformation, has held various key positions at MIC. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated resilience and excellence in tackling challenges across multiple roles. With his expertise and hands-on experience, he is regarded as a promising leader capable of contributing significantly to the advancement of Vietnam’s science and technology sector.

With the latest appointments, the Ministry of Science and Technology’s leadership team now consists of five deputy ministers: Bui The Duy, Le Xuan Dinh, Hoang Minh, Pham Duc Long, and Bui Hoang Phuong./.