On January 14, 2026, the Ministry of Health officially launched the Vietnam Responsible AI in Healthcare Network (V-RHAIN) during a workshop and training program on AI governance, research, and application in healthcare. This marks a significant step toward deploying artificial intelligence across more than 3,321 commune-level health stations nationwide, supporting diagnosis, treatment, and healthcare management at the grassroots level.
According to Mr. Nguyen Truong Nam, Deputy Director of the National Health Information Center, V-RHAIN is not merely a membership-based organization but a “network of networks.” It plays a key role in piloting AI policies within a sandbox environment, connecting high-performance computing infrastructure (GPU A100/H100), and applying international interoperability standards such as HL7 FHIR and DICOM to synchronize data from central to local levels.
Deputy Minister of Health Vu Manh Ha emphasized that healthcare AI is one of Vietnam’s national strategic breakthroughs, aligned with Resolution No. 57 of the Politburo and the newly enacted Law on Artificial Intelligence passed by the National Assembly. He highlighted that implementation must be human-centered, ensuring patient safety, data privacy, transparency, and accountability. The Ministry of Health is committed to providing a supportive legal framework and promoting international cooperation to accelerate the safe and effective adoption of AI healthcare solutions.
Key AI Applications in 2026
In 2026, V-RHAIN will focus on deploying essential AI applications at the primary healthcare level, including:
- Screening for tuberculosis, cardiovascular diseases, acute kidney failure, and respiratory failure
- Community nutrition advisory services
- Clinical decision support and diagnostic assistance
- Virtual assistants to support healthcare staff in management and operations
Global Integration and Opportunities
The launch of V-RHAIN positions Vietnam among the top 10 pioneering countries participating in HealthAI’s global network. This opens up opportunities for “Make in Vietnam” AI products to gain international recognition and be included in global public solution catalogs.
Conclusion
The establishment of V-RHAIN represents a major milestone in Vietnam’s digital healthcare transformation. By integrating AI into primary healthcare and aligning with global standards, Vietnam is strengthening its healthcare system while advancing toward a more innovative, efficient, and patient-centered future.Source: Nhan Dan Online Newspaper
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