NUS deepens collaborations with Vietnamese partners to promote education, industry development and innovation
NUS has inked a series of strategic Memorandums of Understandings (MOUs) with industry and academic partners in Vietnam, marking a new milestone in strengthening the University’s contributions to academic advancement and economic development in Vietnam.
Three MOUs were signed between NUS, Becamex IDC Corporation (Becamex), and the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) on 18 September 2024 to promote joint initiatives for strengthening Vietnam’s workforce and enhancing its economic competitiveness, particularly in the Binh Duong province in southern Vietnam. The MOUs were signed by NUS Deputy President (Academic Affairs) and Provost Professor Aaron Thean; Chief Executive Officer of Becamex Mr Pham Ngoc Thuan; and General Director of VSIP Mr Nguyen Phu Thinh, at a ceremony held at Binh Duong New City, during a visit by the NUS delegation led by Prof Thean.
These MOUs formalised the partnership between three NUS units and the Eastern International University (EIU), which has been appointed by Becamex and VSIP to undertake the collaborative programmes with NUS for accelerating digital transformation, advancing medical education, and driving research and innovation across Vietnam.
On 19 September 2024, NUS also signed an MOU with Van Lang University (VLU) in Ho Chi Minh City, establishing a partnership to foster deeper collaborations in education and research in a range of academic areas. The MOU was signed by President of VLU, Associate Professor Tran Thi My Dieu, and Prof Thean in a ceremony attended by senior leadership and representatives from both universities.
Highlighting the significance of these strategic partnerships to advance digital skills, research, and innovation in Vietnam, Prof Thean shared, “By integrating advanced research and innovation with continuing education and talent development, we are equipping students and professionals in Vietnam with critical competencies to thrive in the new digital era. The partnerships with Becamex and VSIP underscore NUS’ commitment to drive digital transformation and make an impact beyond Singapore and across the region.”
“We are delighted to partner with VLU in this collaborative effort, which embodies our commitment to fostering innovation and advancing education. This partnership draws upon NUS’ research knowledge and expertise in advanced semiconductor chip design and process technology research, on top of digital technology and transformation which will equip students with the necessary skills for the future workplace,” said Prof Thean. “This partnership highlights the power of cooperation in driving progress towards academic excellence and creating meaningful opportunities in nurturing our students from both countries.”
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