Digital Transformation in Public Land Administration: Insights from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam

The advent of digital technologies has profoundly impacted various sectors worldwide, including land administration. In Vietnam, the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) into public land management has gained significant traction as part of the government's broader digital transformation agenda. This paper explores the digital transformation in public land administration within Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam, examining its status, key initiatives, challenges, and the broader implications for stakeholders. By analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data collected through interviews with local government officials, landowners, and ICT experts, this study highlights the benefits of digitalization, such as enhanced transparency, reduced bureaucratic inefficiencies, and increased public access to land information. However, it also identifies significant challenges, including infrastructural limitations, resistance to change among the public, and regulatory barriers that hinder the comprehensive adoption of digital technologies. The findings suggest that while there has been notable progress, substantial improvements are still necessary to fully realize the potential of digital transformation in land administration.