To strengthen international cooperation in training, scientific research, and exchanges among students, faculty, and staff, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) hosted a delegation from the Taipei University System on the morning of July 10, 2024. During the visit, HCMUTE signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), National Taipei University (NTPU), and Taipei Medical University (TMU).


The Taipei University System (UST) comprises four member institutions: National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) (which signed an MOU with HCMUTE in 2023), National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), National Taipei University (NTPU), and Taipei Medical University (TMU).

Representatives of HCMUTE and the Taipei University System at the ceremony

HCMUTE was represented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Acting Rector, Ms. Pham Bach Duong – Head of the International Relations Department, Dr. Tran Quang Tri – Deputy Head of the International Relations Department, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang An Quoc – Head of the Science and Technology Department, Dr. Quach Thanh Hai – Head of the Training Department, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Minh Tam – Head of the Electrical and Electronics Department, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Son Minh – Deputy Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, along with faculty and staff from the Electrical and Electronics Department, the Economics Department, and the International Relations Department.


The Taipei University System was represented by Mr. Dar-Hsin Chen – Deputy Head of the Training Department at NTPU, Mr. Thijs Velema – Head of the International Relations Department at NTPU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shu-Yi Chiu – Director of the International Urban Management Program at NTPU, Ms. Wei-Chen Lin – Project Manager, International Cooperation Department at NTPU; Mr. Jih-Gau Juang – Vice President of NTOU, Mr. Chia-Ling Wang – Deputy Head of the International Cooperation Department at NTOU, Mr. Feng-Ming Tsai – Head of the Transportation Management Department at NTOU, Mr. Sean Cheng-Hsien Chang – Specialist in the International Cooperation Department at NTOU, Ms. Hui-Wen Lin – Specialist at the Alumni Services Center at NTOU; Mr. Sea-Fue Wang – President of Taipei Tech, Mr. Yi-Jun Jen – Vice President of Taipei Tech, Mr. Ching-Jui Keng – Head of the Alumni Liaison Center at Taipei Tech, Mr. Dao-Sing Deng – Advisor at the Alumni Liaison Center at Taipei Tech, Mr. Cheng-Kuei Fan – Head of the International Relations Department at Taipei Tech, Mr. Yuan-Lung Lo – Head of the International Cooperation Department at Taipei Tech, Mr. Algus Chen – Assistant President at Taipei Tech; Mr. Mai-Szu Wu – President of TMU, Mr. Chen-Jui Chao – Head of the International Cooperation Department at TMU, Ms. Yun Luo – Program Manager, International Cooperation Department at TMU.


Acknowledging the alignment in their goals and development strategies, HCMUTE, Taipei Tech, NTPU, and TMU engaged in discussions and subsequently signed MOUs to establish a sustainable partnership. This collaboration aims to benefit both parties through research and teaching activities. The agreements will focus on exchanges, faculty and student training, research collaboration, international conference organization, and sharing of research resources.

HCMUTE and Taipei Tech signing the MOU

HCMUTE and NTPU signing the MOU

HCMUTE and TMU signing the MOU

Additionally, HCMUTE and Taipei Tech signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for student exchanges, offering valuable opportunities for students to study and train in a high-level professional environment. This initiative aims to develop a well-rounded workforce and meet the demands of businesses and global integration.


The signing ceremony marks a significant milestone in the partnership between HCMUTE and the Taipei University System. This collaboration will facilitate enhanced research, international publications, and numerous cooperative and exchange programs between the institutions.


National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech) is a leading university in Taiwan specializing in technology, design, and management. According to the QS World University Rankings 2023, Taipei Tech is ranked among the top 500 universities globally.

National Taipei University (NTPU) is recognized for its education and training in law, business, public affairs, social sciences, humanities, electrical engineering, and computer science. According to the QS World University Rankings 2023, NTPU is ranked in the 1201-1400 range globally.

Taipei Medical University (TMU) is ranked in the top 600 universities according to the QS World University Rankings 2023.

The Taipei University System consists of four member universities: National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), National Taipei University (NTPU), National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU), and Taipei Medical University (TMU).

News: PMO
Photos: Huu Nghia