HANOI, June 26 — In response to the alarming rise of online scams in Vietnam, the Ministry of Public Security and Google have officially launched a nationwide digital safety campaign titled “Safer with the Ministry of Public Security and Google.” The initiative aims to equip citizens with critical knowledge and tools to identify and avoid increasingly sophisticated forms of cyber fraud.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Vietnam recorded over 6,000 cases of online fraud in 2024, with financial losses exceeding VND 12 trillion (approximately USD 470 million). A recent survey also revealed that 70% of Vietnamese citizens encounter at least one scam call or message each month, underlining the urgent need for improved cybersecurity awareness.
The campaign is spearheaded by the Department of Cybersecurity and High-Tech Crime Prevention (A05) and is designed to promote digital safety across the country, particularly among vulnerable groups.
Joint Action Against Digital Crime
Speaking at the launch event, Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Ba Son, Deputy Director of A05, emphasized the department’s efforts to monitor, investigate, and dismantle cybercriminal networks, with a strong focus on online financial fraud.
“Cyber fraud remains a pressing issue and is expected to grow more complex unless addressed with sustainable and impactful solutions,” Son said. He stressed the importance of public education, especially in raising awareness among internet users, as a key measure in curbing cybercrime.
“To be truly effective, this mission requires the collective involvement of society—including collaboration with global tech companies with large user bases in Vietnam,” he added, commending Google for its proactive engagement and commitment.
A United Front for Digital Safety
“This campaign represents a responsible partnership between government agencies, tech companies, and social organizations to safeguard Vietnamese citizens online,” Lieutenant Colonel Son noted.
The campaign will focus on seven of the most common types of online scams in Vietnam: Impersonation of educational institutions; Refund scams (claiming suspended funds); Fake service payment requests; Online shopping and travel fraud; Impersonation of law enforcement or government officials; Romance scams with financial exploitation; Fake investment platforms
Tech Solutions and Educational Outreach
Marc Woo, Country Director of Google Vietnam, reiterated Google’s commitment to combating cybercrime: “We recognize the growing threat posed by online scams and are committed to leveraging our technology to tackle this alarming challenge.”
As part of the initiative, the campaign will release a series of eight one-minute educational videos featuring experts from Google and the Ministry of Public Security. These videos aim to break down the most common scam tactics and offer practical tips and tools to help users stay safe online.
Beyond public education, the collaboration includes platform security enhancements, user guidance, capacity building, and rapid response efforts—all working toward reducing the impact of cyber scams nationwide.
This public-private partnership is expected to help build a resilient and trustworthy digital future in Vietnam, where citizens and businesses alike can unlock the full potential of the internet with greater confidence and safety.
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Source: Vietnam Insider