Category: International Relations

 

On the afternoon of 29 May 2026, Thuyloi University (TLU) held a working meeting with Mr. Bastian N. Chacko, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of India in Hanoi, Vietnam, to discuss concrete directions for cooperation in education, scientific research, human resource development, and cultural exchange. The meeting opened up new opportunities for collaboration, contributing to the University’s internationalization efforts and further enhancing its position within the global academic community.

Prior to this meeting, Thuyloi University and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) of the Embassy of India in Hanoi held working sessions on 15 October 2025 and 8 December 2025 with Dr. Monica Sharma, Director of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre. During these meetings, the two sides reached agreement on several important areas of cooperation, including the preparation and signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will serve as the foundation for implementing long-term collaborative programmes.

During the meeting, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Canh Thai, Vice President of Thuyloi University, emphasized the importance of signing the Memorandum of Understanding with the Embassy of India. The proposed cooperation would facilitate the invitation of visiting professors, subject specialists, and English language instructors from India to teach in several of the University’s advanced academic programmes, including Water Resources Engineering, Civil Engineering, and English Language, with financial support from the Government of India. The two sides also agreed to develop a two-week short-term training programme in India for TLU’s managerial staff. In addition, both parties agreed to promote activities introducing Indian culture and the Hindi language, as well as student cultural exchange programmes, with the aim of strengthening mutual understanding and fostering closer connections between the younger generations of Vietnam and India.

Mr. Bastian N. Chacko, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of India in Viẹtnam expressed his interest in establishing an “India Corner” at the Thuyloi University Library. The proposed space will serve as an academic and cultural resource centre, providing students and faculty members with access to a wide range of materials on India’s history, culture, education, science, and technology, thereby enriching the University’s multicultural learning environment.

Furthermore, the Embassy of India reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Government of India scholarship programmes among TLU students and faculty members. The Embassy also proposed collaborating with the University to organize international scientific conferences, thematic seminars, cultural festivals, and academic exchange activities to further strengthen educational cooperation between the two countries. In addition, both sides discussed the possibility of organizing one- to two-week training programmes in India for the University’s administrative and support staff, contributing to enhanced university governance, practical management experience, and international integration.

The meeting was held in a warm, friendly, and constructive atmosphere, with both sides reaching broad consensus on future areas of cooperation. The outcomes not only strengthen the partnership between Thuyloi University and the Embassy of India in Hanoi but also create new opportunities for learning, research, and international exchange for the University’s faculty members, staff, and students, supporting its long-term goal of sustainable development and deeper integration into the regional and global higher education landscape.

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On the morning of 10 July 2026, Thuyloi University (TLU) welcomed a delegation from Chiang Rai Rajabhat University (CRRU), Thailand, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kasorn Kasama, Dean of the Faculty of Accounting, together with 19 delegates. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for collaboration in education, scientific research, and international academic exchange.

Established in 1973, Chiang Rai Rajabhat University (CRRU) is located in Thailand’s northernmost province of Chiang Rai (https://crru.ac.th/). As the first higher education institution in Chiang Rai Province, CRRU serves as a leading university for local development in Northern Thailand and the Upper Mekong region, contributes to address regional social, cultural, and economic needs by enhancing educational quality, developing human resources, and strengthening community capacity. Its education and research activities emphasize applied knowledge, innovation, and experiential learning in priority fields such as logistics, tourism, creative industries, ethnic cultural heritage preservation, and environmental sustainability.

CRRU actively promotes internationalization with the vision of becoming a university dedicated to local development across the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). Through academic partnerships, foreign language capacity development, and academic exchanges with higher education institutions across ASEAN, China, Europe, and other regions, the University advances cross-border education, applied research, and professional training aligned with regional development priorities.

During the meeting, Dr. Natthaphon Santhi, Assistant to the President, expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome extended by Thuyloi University and provided an overview of CRRU’s history, development strategy, academic strengths, research activities, and international cooperation. Guided by its mission of supporting local development within the Greater Mekong Subregion, Chiang Rai Rajabhat University has established strong expertise in logistics, tourism, innovation, cultural heritage preservation, and sustainable development. Meanwhile, Thuyloi University is one of Vietnam’s leading higher education institutions in education, research, and technology transfer in the fields of water resources, hydraulic engineering, engineering, environmental sciences, and sustainable development.

Representing Thuyloi University, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thanh Phuong, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Accounting and Business, introduced the Faculty’s academic strengths and proposed the development of a sustainable bilateral partnership in accounting education. The proposed cooperation would build upon the complementary strengths of both institutions while addressing the growing demand for high-quality human resources in the context of regional and international integration.

The two universities also discussed a wide range of potential collaborative activities, including student and faculty exchange programmes, joint research projects, co-organization of international scientific conferences, and strengthened connections between their academic units. Both sides further expressed their aspiration to expand cooperation in areas of shared expertise, thereby enhancing educational quality and promoting international integration.

The meeting was held in a warm, open, and constructive atmosphere, yielding positive outcomes that lay an important foundation for future collaborative initiatives between Thuyloi University and Chiang Rai Rajabhat University, while further strengthening educational cooperation between Vietnam and Thailand.

Photos from the meeting

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From July 11 to July 20, 2026, one lecturer from the International Training Center and four outstanding students with excellent academic performance and active participation in scientific research and student union activities from the Chinese Language program of the International Training Center and the Faculty of Chemistry and Environment participated in the 3rd “Retracing the Path of Our Predecessors, Continuing Sino-Vietnamese Friendship” Sino-Vietnamese Youth Student-Faculty Exchange Red-Themed Study Camp.

The program was a youth exchange initiative aimed at implementing the shared understanding and directions of General Secretary and President To Lam and General Secretary and President Xi Jinping at the Vietnam–China People-to-People Friendship Meeting held on April 15, 2025, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam–China diplomatic relations and the “Vietnam–China Year of People-to-People Exchanges.”

The July 2026 Red-Themed Study Camp was held in Guangxi and jointly organized by the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China and the Department of Education of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The program brought together nearly 140 students, university students, and teachers from Vietnam and China, including participants from Thuyloi University, Hanoi National University of Education, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, FPT University Can Tho, the Confucius Institute, and high schools from Quang Ninh, Cao Bang, Lang Son, among others. Under the theme “Retracing President Ho Chi Minh’s Footsteps,” participants attended a thematic lecture on “Ho Chi Minh in China” at Guangxi University and visited various historical and revolutionary sites, including the Ho Chi Minh Exhibition House in Longzhou, the Nanning Yucai School Historical Site, the Vietnamese Schools Memorial House at Guangxi Normal University, the Eighth Route Army Office Historical Site in Guilin, and the Nanxishan Hospital History Museum. Through these study, research, and field-learning activities, participants gained a deeper understanding of President Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary life and activities, as well as the support provided by the Communist Party and people of China to the Vietnamese people.

Alongside learning about history, the teachers, university students, and school students also acquired up-to-date knowledge through the thematic session “Chinese-style Modernization.” They visited the China–ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Application Cooperation Center, conducted a field study at the Guilin E-commerce Industrial Park, and learned about new rural development policies through a visit to Jiowa Village, Yangshuo County, Guilin City. The participants also took part in a book-sharing session entitled “Xi Jinping Among University Students.” In particular, participants from both countries showed great interest in the seminars and exchanges focusing on the themes of youth development, volunteer activities, and cultural heritage and innovation.

The cultural, artistic, and culinary exchange activities were further enriched by the organizers through visits and field studies at various cultural, tourism, and ecological sites. These included a field study of the Detian–Ban Gioc Transboundary Tourism Cooperation Zone, visits to the Guangxi Museum of Nationalities and the Museum of Biological Sciences at the Yanshan Campus of Guangxi Normal University, as well as a visit to the “Three Streets and Two Alleys” Cultural District in Nanning. The participants also explored the East–West Cultural Street in Guilin, the Xingping Ancient Town in Yangshuo County, a World Natural Heritage Site, and the Lijiang River Ecological Conservation Area in Guilin.

Through the activities of the 2026 “Following in President Ho Chi Minh’s Footsteps” Study and Research Camp, as part of the “Red-Themed”, the participants in general, and the delegation of teachers and students from Thuyloi University in particular, gained valuable experiences and knowledge in history, culture, language, science, and technology. The program also contributed to enhancing mutual understanding and strengthening youth exchanges between China and Vietnam. In particular, students majoring in Chinese Language had numerous opportunities to communicate and interact with Chinese youth and university students throughout their stay in China, thereby improving their language skills and gaining a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and society. It is hoped that, in the future, more delegations of teachers and students from Thuyloi University will have the opportunity to participate in similar exchange, study, and research programs, so that they can become “red seeds” who will contribute to the study, professional development, nation-building, and development of a prosperous and beautiful Vietnam.

 

 

On May 22, 2026, a delegation from Thuyloi University led by President Nguyen Trung Viet attended the 2026 Vietnam–Russian Federation President’ Forum organized by the Ministry of Education and Training at University of Transport and Communications. The event attracted the participation of 62 higher education institutions from the Russian Federation and nearly 70 universities and higher education institutions from Vietnam.

The Forum was attended by Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc; Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Nikolaevich Chernyshenko, who delivered an online address; Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Vietnam Bezdetko Gennadyi Stepanovich; Minister of Education and Training Hoang Minh Son; leaders of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation; and representatives from numerous universities and research institutes of the two countries.

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc delivers remarks at the Forum

In his remarks at the Forum, Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc affirmed that the Vietnam–Russian Federation President’ Forum serves as an important platform for connecting higher education institutions of the two countries and for implementing the commitments made by senior leaders to promote educational cooperation, particularly in higher education. The Deputy Prime Minister also emphasized the Vietnamese Government’s determination to create favorable conditions for training cooperation programs, scientific research, and faculty and student exchange activities between universities of the two countries to continue developing in a stronger, more substantive, and more effective manner in the coming years.

Minister of Education and Training Hoang Minh Son delivers opening remarks at the Forum

Minister of Education and Training Hoang Minh Son also emphasized that the Forum is an event of special significance, contributing to the promotion of educational and training cooperation between Vietnam and the Russian Federation, while serving as a highlight of the series of activities for the Vietnam–Russian Federation Year of Science and Education 2026. The Minister noted that there are currently more than 400 cooperation agreements between higher education institutions of the two countries still in effect, and nearly 50 new cooperation documents are expected to be signed within the framework of the Forum. This demonstrates that higher education cooperation between Vietnam and the Russian Federation is developing dynamically, substantively, and with great potential.

President Nguyen Trung Viet attends the Vietnam–Russian Federation President’ Forum

Within the framework of the Forum, thematic discussion sessions focused on two major areas: cooperation in education and research in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, and technology; and cooperation in economics, languages, culture, and social sciences and humanities. Delegates also discussed various topics related to the development of technical education, the training of high-quality human resources, digital transformation in education, the establishment of joint Vietnam–Russian Federation research and innovation centers, and the promotion of scientific research collaboration and technology transfer.

Standing Deputy Prime Minister witnesses the Signing Ceremony of the Regulations on the Pushkin Center Established at the Hanoi Branch of the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute between the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation

Notably, within the framework of the Forum, the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation signed the Regulations on the Organization and Operation of the A.S. Pushkin Russian Language Center. The Center aims to promote the teaching and dissemination of the Russian language in Vietnam, while strengthening linguistic, cultural, and academic exchanges between the peoples of the two countries.

Thuyloi University explores potential cooperation with Moscow Power Engineering Institute

Through the Forum, Thuyloi University further expanded its international cooperation network with leading universities and research institutes of the Russian Federation in its key areas of strength, including water resources, hydraulic engineering, construction, environmental studies, engineering technology, and digital transformation, notably with Moscow Power Engineering Institute (MPEI). MPEI is one of the leading technical universities in the Russian Federation in the fields of energy, electrical engineering, electronics, and information technology.

Within the framework of the program, the University leadership participated in networking and exchange activities with Russian partners regarding the potential implementation of joint academic programs, scientific research cooperation, and faculty and student exchange activities in the coming period, thereby contributing to strengthening the traditional friendship between Vietnam and the Russian Federation in the fields of education, science, and technology.

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Representing the delegation, Vice President Shen Xingcan expressed her sincere appreciation for the warm reception extended by Thuyloi University. Guangxi Normal University is one of the key universities in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China, with strengths in teacher education, natural sciences, engineering, and applied research. Prof. Shen Xingcan noted that Guangxi Normal University hopes to promote cooperation with Thuyloi University in areas such as human resource training, scientific research, and faculty and student exchanges, thereby contributing to strengthening educational connectivity between Vietnam and China.

Representatives of specialized units from both universities discussed various potential areas of cooperation, including the implementation of joint academic programs; the organization of short-term courses and exchange programs for faculty members and students; and the promotion of collaborative research in environmental science, water resources management, and green technology.

Representatives from Guangxi Normal University also expressed their interest in welcoming faculty members and students from Thuyloi University to participate in upcoming international training and academic exchange programs.

Notably, Guangxi Normal University proposed the implementation of the Chinese Government International Scholarship Program on Ecological Carbon Neutrality for 15 faculty members and staff of Thuyloi University. The University also introduced a summer camp program for youth, student, and faculty exchanges between Vietnam and China, which is expected to be held in Guangxi in the near future for a delegation consisting of one lecturer and four students from Thuyloi University.

At the end of the meeting, both sides agreed to continue detailed discussions on potential areas of cooperation in order to further promote collaboration in education and scientific research, as well as actively implement and enhance academic exchange activities between Thuyloi University and Guangxi Normal University in the coming time.

 

On the morning of April 29, 2026, Thuyloi University held a working session with a delegation from Guangxi Vocational College of Water Resources and Electric Power (GCWE) to discuss directions for cooperation in education and training, scientific research, and human resource development. 

Photo: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Canh Thai, Vice President of the University, chaired the working session with Guangxi Vocational College of Water Resources and Electric Power.

Speaking at the meeting, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Canh Thai expressed his pleasure in welcoming the delegation to visit and work at the university. He also emphasized that the two institutions share many similarities in their key strengths, particularly in water resources, hydropower, and water-related fields. On that basis, he expressed his expectation that the meeting would open up practical opportunities for cooperation and contribute to strengthening the relationship between the two institutions in the coming time.

On behalf of Guangxi Vocational College of Water Resources and Electric Power, Mr. Li Lin, Secretary of the Party Committee, presented an overview of the institution’s development and standing. He emphasized that GCWE is one of the leading vocational education institutions in China, ranking among the top 10% of more than 1,600 colleges nationwide.

He also noted that Vietnam and China share a common border and face many similar challenges related to water resources and disaster prevention, which creates significant potential for cooperation in training and applied research. In addition, the college is actively promoting the internationalization of vocational education and expanding partnerships with institutions around the world.

Mr. Li Lin expressed his appreciation to Thuyloi University for sending a delegation to Guangxi to attend the series of events commemorating World Water Day 2026. The events were jointly organized in Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China, by the Department of Water Resources of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, universities and colleges in Guangxi, and the Departments of Agriculture and Environment of the Vietnamese provinces of Quang Ninh, Lang Son, Cao Bang, and Tuyen Quang.

During the meeting, both sides focused on discussing potential areas of cooperation, including curriculum development, student exchange, joint scientific research, and technology transfer in engineering fields.

In particular, both parties showed strong interest in strengthening the linkage between theoretical training and practical application, as well as aligning education with the real-world needs of shared disciplines such as water resources, energy, and mechanical engineering. They also agreed to promote the development of cooperative programs in the near future, including faculty exchange, student training, organization of scientific workshops, establishment of joint research groups, and enhanced academic exchange between faculty members and students.

Within the framework of the meeting, representatives of the two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the official beginning of the cooperative relationship between Thuyloi University and Guangxi Vocational College of Water Resources and Electric Power.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to continue close coordination in developing specific implementation plans, gradually turning the discussed initiatives into reality. The exchange not only contributed to strengthening the cooperative relationship between the two institutions but also opened up numerous opportunities for collaboration in vocational education, scientific research, and high-quality human resource development between Vietnam and China.

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On the afternoon of April 20, 2026,Thuyloi University (TLU) held a working session with Professor Lawrence Goodridge, Canadian Research Director of Foodborne Pathogen Dynamics and Director of the Canadian Institute for Food Safety Research, University of Guelph (Canada). As a key expert in the “Safe Food for Growth” (SAFEGRO) project, funded by the Canadian government for Vietnam from 2021-2025, the Professor’s cordial discussions opened up many opportunities for strategic cooperation aimed at enhancing the capacity of a sustainable food system in Vietnam in general and related research activities at the TLU in particular.

The representatives from the University attending the meeting included Dr. Le Quang Tuan – Deputy Head of the Department of Science and Technology and International Cooperation, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Huong – Deputy Head of the Faculty of Chemistry and Environment, along with leaders and lecturers from the Biotechnology Department of the Faculty of Chemistry and Environment.

During the meeting, after reviewing the University’s history and its strengths in training and research, both sides confirmed that TLU and the University of Guelph have strong potential for cooperation. This cooperation would involve exchanging lecturers and students in the fields of biotechnology and water quality, specifically relating to agricultural production and national food security. Following this affirmation, Professor Lawrence Goodridge agreed to the proposal to further develop potential collaboration in both training and scientific research.

In terms of training, Professor Lawrence emphasized the commitment to providing maximum opportunities for faculty and students to access online training courses as well as advanced academic programs on food safety from the University of Guelph. Simultaneously, the research orientation will focus on addressing the practical challenges of Vietnam’s agricultural sector, closely adhering to Decision No. 300/QD-TTg of the Prime Minister on transforming the food system into a transparent, accountable, and sustainable one by 2030.

Professor Nguyen Thi Kim Cuc from the Faculty of Chemistry and Environment discussed research collaboration with Professor Lawrence regarding environmental protection in coastal areas.

In particular, the two sides also exchanged research directions on the treatment and reuse of food waste through fermentation technology. Dr. Cao Thi Hue from the Department of Biotechnology expressed her hope that Professor Lawrence would be interested in cooperating and providing academic support to enhance the capacity of the Faculty in similar research.

Professor Lawrence happily agreed with the proposal for collaborative research centered around three key areas: food security, water security, and sustainable development. The combination of the traditional strengths of TLU and the research and collaboration capabilities of the University of Guelph – Canada is expected to generate new research activities, not only enhancing the university’s international standing but also directly contributing to the transformation of the national food system.

    At the end of the meeting, both sides agreed to maintain regular contact to promote specific activities in the future. Top priorities include in-depth academic exchanges on food safety, identifying potential postgraduate students for short-term exchange programs, and coordinating the development of joint research project proposals to be submitted under the Protocol. They also agreed to study and propose to the leaders of both sides the development and signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), creating a solid legal framework for long-term cooperation./.

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