With the goal of expanding networks, enhancing collaboration, leveraging each institution’s strengths, and improving training quality, on the afternoon of April 29, 2025, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU).

This event marked a significant milestone in expanding partnerships among domestic higher education institutions while also elevating the academic standing of both universities on the international stage. Through this cooperation, HCMUTE and TDTU aim to provide more opportunities for faculty and students to engage in comprehensive learning, research, and development within a diverse and high-quality academic environment.

In attendance from HCMUTE were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang – President of the University, Dr. Quach Thanh Hai – Vice President, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chau Dinh Thanh – Vice President, along with leaders from various faculties, departments, and centers.

Representing TDTU were Dr. Tran Trong Dao – President, Dr. Vo Hoang Duy – Vice President, and other faculty, department, and center leaders.

At the beginning of the signing ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang – President of HCMUTE – shared:

"Although TDTU is a young university, I am deeply impressed by its rapid development. Today's MOU signing marks a significant turning point in our cooperative relationship. We believe that with strong commitment and unity, HCMUTE and TDTU will not only support each other in training and scientific research but also contribute sustainable values to the community and society."

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang – President of HCMUTE speaking at the signing ceremony

Dr. Tran Trong Dao – President of Ton Duc Thang University – also shared:

"HCMUTE is the first Vietnamese university that TDTU has signed an MOU with. This partnership opens up numerous opportunities for both institutions to grow together, especially in enhancing education quality, promoting scientific research, and accelerating the internationalization of education. We expect this cooperation will lead to breakthrough achievements that meet society’s growing demands and drive development for both sides."

Dr. Tran Trong Dao – President of TDTU sharing remarks at the signing ceremony

According to the MOU, HCMUTE and TDTU will comprehensively collaborate across multiple areas from 2025 to 2028. This includes faculty and expert exchanges, sharing of educational resources and facilities for training and research, co-developing and implementing interdisciplinary training programs and professional development initiatives—particularly in engineering, technology, and education. Additionally, the two universities will jointly conduct national and international research projects, organize conferences and seminars, share experiences in university governance, career orientation and entrepreneurship, corporate engagement, branding, and cultural and sports activities to foster a dynamic, innovative, and globally integrated academic environment.

This partnership is a clear demonstration of each institution’s strengths:

HCMUTE, with its long-standing tradition, is one of Vietnam’s leading technical universities, boasting a strong alumni network that significantly contributes to industry and socio-economic development. Meanwhile, TDTU, a young and dynamic university, is highly regarded for its modern facilities, effective management, impressive volume of scientific publications, and exceptional capacity for international collaboration. By connecting and complementing each other—one grounded in engineering and technology, the other excelling in research and global integration—the partnership promises to deliver innovative value and make practical contributions to Vietnam’s higher education landscape.

HCMUTE representative exchanging the signed MOU with TDTU representative

The successful signing ceremony has laid a solid foundation for long-term cooperation between HCMUTE and TDTU. It is expected to bring transformative value and contribute positively to the advancement of Vietnamese higher education. With strong commitment from both university leaderships, this MOU not only provides a robust platform for bilateral development but also plays a vital role in improving the quality of human resource training to meet the increasingly high demands of society.

This event marks a new step forward in HCMUTE’s domestic partnership efforts, affirming the university’s pioneering role in fostering sustainable educational development.

TDTU representatives visiting HCMUTE’s facilities