Vietnamese and New Zealand universities expand affiliation
The Vietnam National University - Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) and the New Zealand’s Auckland University of Technology (AUT) signed a memorandum of understanding on August 6.
VNU-HCM and AUT universities signed a memorandum of understanding on August 6 (Photo:vnuhcm.edu.vn)
The Vietnam National University - Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) and the New Zealand’s Auckland University of Technology (AUT) signed a memorandum of understanding on August 6.
The pact will expand their current joint projects in research and education that began in 2004.
VNU-HCM Vice President Duong Anh Duc said to maintain its top ranking in the country, international connectivity is a critical priority for his university.
According to AUT Pro-Vice Chancellor Nigel Hemmington, his school has effectively collaborated with universities in Vietnam, including the VNU HCM, for 23 years.
On the occasion, the New Zealand delegation attended the graduation of students trained in information and technology under a joint programme between the VNU-HCM and the AUT.
Implemented in 2008, the programme♓ has thus far trained more than 100 Vietnamese students.-VNA
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In recent years, with strong support from the Party and State, and building on its tradition as a heroic news agency, the VNA has not only actively participated in OANA but also proactively proposed various ideas for cooperation, helping shape a fresh image of effective media collaboration in the digital era, said VNA General Director Vu Viet Trang.
The education sector has been one of the foundations playing a vital role in deepening Vietnam – New Zealand ties, said Prof. Damon Salesa, Vice-Chancellor of the Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
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VNU-HCM and AUT universities signed a memorandum of understanding on August 6 (Photo:vnuhcm.edu.vn)
