Inclusive Development of the Intellectual Workforce: Building Scientific, Technological, and Innovative Momentum for Vietnam in the New Era

Abstract

In the new era—the era of the Vietnamese nation’s rise, with the aspiration to become a developed and high-income country by 2045—the building of an intellectual contingent that is not only elite but also inclusive has become an essential and urgent requirement. The viewpoint of inclusive development of Vietnam’s intellectual workforce emerges in the context of globalization and the vigorous progress of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Developing the intellectual workforce in a comprehensive and inclusive manner, leaving no individual or group behind, is not only a necessity and driving force for development but also a strategic cornerstone to create strong momentum for the advancement of national science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation. This paper seeks to clarify the various aspects of inclusive development, analyze the requirements and demands placed upon the intellectual contingent, and propose a number of synchronized solutions for the inclusive development of the intellectual workforce in the new context—one that is capable of leading Vietnam into a new era.