The global unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market is projected to reach $128 billion by 2030 and $700 billion by 2035. This presents a significant opportunity for Vietnam to deepen its involvement in this strategic industry.

According to Mr. Tran Anh Tuan, Standing Vice Chairman and CEO of the Vietnam Aviation - Space and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Technology Network (UAV Vietnam), the domestic UAV market demand is rapidly increasing, not only for its strategic role in national defense and security, but also for its growing widespread application in various civilian fields such as precision agriculture, logistics, security surveillance, energy management, and search and rescue.

Moreover, with policies such as resolutions 57 and 68 of the Politburo on breakthrough development in science - technology, innovation and digital transformtion, and on development of private economy, respectively, and especially the "Made in Vietnam" strategy prioritizing and creating favorable conditions for the development of core technology industries, the capabilities of domestic technology industrial enterprises are becoming increasingly flexible, ready to invest and participate in the UAV value chain.

However, to seize this opportunity, Vietnam needs to confront major challenges, including limited core technology, weak testing infrastructure, import-dependent market, shortage of specialized human resources, and limited capital.

To realize the goal of participating in the global UAV market, he proposed four key recommendations to the Government and relevant agencies.

The first recommendation calls for increased state budget allocations to support research and development in core UAV technologies.

To foster growth in the UAV and low-altitude aviation sectors, the proposal urges the creation of credit packages and preferential investment funds tailored to businesses and startups.

The third recommendation emphasizes increased government procurement. Accordingly, the Government would play the role of "pioneer customer," ordering "Made in Vietnam" UAV products for application in public sectors such as agriculture, defense, security, and resource management.

Finally, the expert advocates for the urgent development of a legal framework to support UAV deployment. This includes the creation of sandbox zones for safe testing and the issuance of clear regulations governing design, manufacturing, maintenance, and flight licensing.