IPv6 is the latest version of Internet Protocol addresses, developed to replace IPv4, which is showing its limitations. The transition to IPv6 is considered an important step in expanding Internet infrastructure in the next phase.
In 2025, Vietnam recorded an IPv6 adoption rate of nearly 68%, ranking seventh globally in the transition to the next-generation Internet protocol.
VNNIC noted that delays in this transition could create challenges for organizations and businesses in participating in the digital environment. To achieve the 72% target this year, the 2026 plan sets out specific targets for different groups.
Major telecommunications companies are required to ensure that at least 95% of their broadband Internet subscribers use IPv6. Meanwhile, cloud service providers, data centers, and digital content providers must be ready with IPv6 infrastructure for their networks and services, and provide IPv6 by default to customers. Ministries, sectors, and local authorities are also required to implement IPv6 for data centers, web portals, and information technology systems.
