HCMUTE's branch in Bình Phước is expected to begin operations in the first quarter of 2025, which was an important topic during the signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement for the 2024-2027 period between Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) and the People's Committee of Bình Phước Province, held this afternoon on October 3, 2024, at the Bình Phước Provincial Party Committee headquarters.
HCMUTE and Bình Phước Province Sign Cooperation Agreement for 2024-2027
The ceremony was attended by Mr. Nguyễn Văn Nhân – Former Member of the Central Inspection Committee. From Bình Phước Province, there were Ms. Huỳnh Thị Hằng – Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairwoman of the Provincial People's Council; Mr. Trần Tuyết Minh – Member of the Standing Committee, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee of Bình Phước, along with leaders and representatives from various departments and agencies of the province.
On the HCMUTE side, there were Dr. Trương Thị Hiền – Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairwoman of the University Council; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lê Hiếu Giang – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, Acting Rector, and leaders from the university's departments.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Trần Tuyết Minh shared that with the goal of "mutual cooperation for success," within just six months of initiating the connection, both sides had held many meetings, quickly accelerating the process to sign the cooperation agreement today. This marks a key milestone to expedite the establishment of HCMUTE's branch in Bình Phước as soon as possible. "The people of Bình Phước are eagerly awaiting the establishment of HCMUTE's branch. Every year, 43% of students in Bình Phước apply to universities and colleges nationwide, and a survey with 20,000 12th-grade students shows that 55% want to study at a university in Bình Phước. In addition, there is demand from students in neighboring provinces. Receiving quality training from a university like HCMUTE, which has a 62-year history, is a desire of the local government, people, and students," Mr. Trần Tuyết Minh shared.
Regarding the cooperation agreement, Ms. Minh stated that both sides aim to have HCMUTE's branch licensed by the Ministry of Education and Training by the first quarter of 2025. Bình Phước Province will report to the Ministry of Finance regarding the transfer of 9 hectares of land and related facilities to HCMUTE for the establishment of the branch. The Provincial Party Secretary has also instructed the Provincial People's Committee to advise the Provincial People's Council on policies to support students from Bình Phước studying at universities within the province. She reiterated the province's strong desire for HCMUTE to meet all deadlines to ensure that the branch is ready for student enrollment by the first quarter of 2025.
Dr. Trương Thị Hiền – Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairwoman of the University Council of HCMUTE, expressed: "After nearly six months of hard work, today, both sides have officially signed the cooperation agreement. This is a significant milestone in the process of establishing HCMUTE's branch in Bình Phước. The establishment of this branch is a key goal for our university in the 2024-2025 academic year. The University Council has already approved the proposal for the branch's establishment with 100% approval and has issued a resolution to draft the proposal for the Ministry of Education and Training’s approval. From the start of the process to the submission of the approval documents to the Ministry took only six months, which demonstrates the university's high level of determination. HCMUTE is committed to cooperation for mutual development. After today, we will honor our commitment to adhere to the planned timeline, ensuring the branch's establishment in Bình Phước with strong support from the Provincial People's Committee and the enthusiastic backing of the Ministry of Education and Training." On behalf of the university leadership, Dr. Trương Thị Hiền also expressed gratitude to the Provincial Party Committee, the Provincial People's Committee, and all relevant departments for their cooperation and support to achieve this important step.
The ceremony concluded in a joyful and optimistic atmosphere, with both sides warmly shaking hands, symbolizing their strong commitment to the shared goal. With this spirit, we are confident that by the first quarter of 2025, HCMUTE's branch will be established in Bình Phước, contributing to the goal of training high-quality human resources and advancing the province's socio-economic development, meeting the aspirations of the local people and students for a higher education institution in their hometown.