Vietnam placed 37th out of 70 economies worldwide and third in Southeast Asia in the 2026 World Digital and AI Ranking (WDAIR 2026). This result signals how the country’s digital progress could shape its future growth.

The ranking was conducted by the Switzerland‑based International Institute for Management Development (IMD). Vietnam’s position behind Singapore and Malaysia but ahead of Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines shows it is already competitive within the region.

In the WDAIR 2026, Vietnam ranked 13th in AI adoption, 15th in digital and AI governance, and 21st in the efficiency category. These sub‑category scores highlight the country’s strength in applying new technologies and managing digital policies.

Resolution No. 57‑NQ/TW sets a target for Vietnam to be among the top three Southeast Asian countries and among the top 50 globally in digital competitiveness by 2030. The ranking gives government agencies, local authorities and businesses a clearer picture of strengths and areas that need improvement.

The ranking confirms that Vietnam is making solid digital strides, but it also points to specific gaps that must be closed to meet the 2030 ambition. Keeping track of these results will be crucial for the country’s long‑term development and global competitiveness.