Policies that encourage enterprises to invest in science, technology and innovation for achieving the sustainable development goals - Lessons for Vietnam

Authors

  • Bui Ngoc Thu Ha
  • Dang Thu Giang
  • Bui Phuong Thao
  • Duong Kieu Trinh

Keywords:

Science and technology, Innovation, Policy, Sustainable development

Abstract

The article analyzes how three groups of policy instruments-fiscal-credit tools, standards and regulations, and awards and recognition-are utilized by China, the Netherlands, and Denmark to incentivize enterprises to invest in Science, Technology, and Innovation (ST&I) for sustainable development.

The experience of these countries demonstrates that building a comprehensive, consistent, and mutually reinforcing policy environment - which combines financial incentives, strict technical standards and compliance, and award mechanisms accompanied by tangible benefits - is the key to activating corporate investment in ST&I, thereby ensuring the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

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Published

17-10-2025

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Bui Ngoc Thu Ha, Dang Thu Giang, Bui Phuong Thao, & Duong Kieu Trinh. (2025). Policies that encourage enterprises to invest in science, technology and innovation for achieving the sustainable development goals - Lessons for Vietnam. Journal SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICIES AND MANAGEMENT, 14(3), 16–30. Retrieved from https://vietnamstijournal.net/index.php/JSTPM/article/view/592

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Vol. 14 No. 3 (2025): Vol 14, No 3, 2025

Section

STUDIES OF STRATEGIES AND MANAGEMENT

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