Long-term US investment welcomed for Fulbright University Vietnam
Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai welcomed the continued long-term US investment in Fulbright University Vietnam (FUV) during a reception in Hanoi on March 19 for Director of the Vietnam Programme at Harvard University Prof. Thomas Vallely and FUV’s experts.
Hanoi (VNA) 🌳– Deputy Prime MinisterLe Minh Khai welcomed the continued long-term US investmentin Fulbright University Vietnam (FUV) during areception in Hanoi on March 19 for Director of the VietnamProgramme at Harvard University Prof. Thomas Vallely and FUV’s experts.
Deputy PM Khai assured them of the Vietnamese Government'scommitment to continued support to the FUV, aiming to establish it as a premiercentre for quality human resources development in Vietnam. He accorded his praise to Vallely for hissignificant contributions to advancing the Vietnam – US relations, particularlyin the realms of education and policy dialogue, stressing that he is truly aclose friend of Vietnam. He believed that a ministry-level cooperation agreement oneducation and training signed in November 2023 will provide a solid foundationfor deeper collaboration between US and Vietnamese universities. On the occasion, the Deputy PM thanked Vallely, HarvardKennedy School, and Fulbright University for their close collaboration with theVietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoF) to prepare for the 2024 VietnamExecutive Leadership Programme (VELP).
Vallely, for his part, stressed that he is lookingforward to the discussions at 2024 VELP with more dynamic and updated content,in line with the current global developments and the evolvinglandscape of Vietnam's economy, especiallysolutions to both ensure macroeconomic stability, fiscal and monetary policy,and sustainable economic development amid global fluctuations.
꧅ According to him, experts will share insights and ideas ontopics regarding renewable energy development, cybersecurity, cloud computing,semiconductor industry, chip manufacturing, global AI, and the prospects forVietnam's involvement in these value chains at 2024 VELP.
In response, Khai hoped that the 2024 VELP willnot only spark new ideas for Vietnamese agencies to formulate and performdevelopment policies tailored to Vietnam's conditions but also identifypriority areas and outline a roadmap to connect with international resources.
🍃 Expressing hope for further substantialdevelopment in cooperation between Vietnam and its US partners, particularly inpolicy dialogue, human resources development, and education-training, he voicedhis desire for the continued success of high-level policy exchange programmeslike VELP in the coming years./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for Thomas Vallely, Director of the Vietnam Program at Harvard University and experts from Fulbright University Vietnam on March 18.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivered a presentation on building an independent, self-reliant economy associated with extensive, effective, and practical international integration in Vietnam during his visit to the Harvard Kennedy School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on May 14 (US time) as part of his working trip to the US.
Leaders of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho had a working session with a delegation from Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management (FSPPM) under Fulbright University Vietnam on the implementation of the Natural Capital Management project in the Mekong Delta region.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
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NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
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Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
At the reception (Photo: VNA) 
