GSMA Chief Technology Officer Alex Sinclair said Vietnam was recognized for the speed, consistency, and coordination of its digital transformation effort, which has delivered tangible economic benefits.

Julian Gorman, GSMA’s Head of Asia Pacific, described Vietnam as one of the region’s most dynamic leaders in digital transformation.

Vietnam is developing in a balanced manner across 5 key pillars: digital infrastructure, innovation, data governance, cybersecurity, and workforce development. Its success reflects a clear shift from “digital adaptation” to “strategic nation-building,” according to GSMA.