The University of Social Sciences and Humanities signs a Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation with the French-Classical Literature Academy (China).

Speaking at the ceremony, Professor Hoang Anh Tuan, Rector of the University, emphasized the desire to promote cooperation in the field of Buddhist studies, especially through formal exchanges, credit recognition, and the implementation of joint programs. At the same time, the University hopes that the Buddhist Academy of Ancient Literature will provide dormitory accommodation and financial support to increase the number of exchange students between the two institutions.Representing the Institute of Buddhist Studies, Professor Tran Dinh Minh, the Rector of the Institute of Buddhist Studies, expressed strong agreement with this cooperation direction and proposed organizing short-term exchange programs and expanding online learning to create more opportunities for students. Currently, in addition to Buddhist studies, the Institute offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in Life Education, Social Enterprise, and Innovation, and hopes to sign further agreements with the university to allow students to exchange in these fields.Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Thu Hien – Head of the Faculty of Literature, believes that short-term exchange programs will provide rich academic and cultural experiences for students from both sides. The Associate Professor particularly appreciated the initiative to organize a model for students to experience a one-week academic and cultural exchange in Taiwan and a one-week exchange in Vietnam, considering it an opportunity for students not only to access Buddhist knowledge from two different educational environments but also to gain a deeper understanding of the social and cultural context of both sides.After discussing and agreeing on the cooperation contents, the two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding, opening up an opportunity for comprehensive cooperation between the two higher education institutions. In this spirit, both sides committed to strengthening ties in academic research, promoting specialized cooperation, implementing short-term exchange programs, and jointly organizing many joint scientific activities starting in 2025. DILA (Diplomatic Institute of French, Classical and Modern Literature),Founded by Venerable Master Sheng Yen, DILA is a specialized training and research center with a mission to spread the doctrine of "protecting the spiritual environment" and developing a generation of wise and compassionate leaders. With its "Small but Excellent" model, the school focuses on postgraduate programs in Buddhism, humanities, social entrepreneurship, and innovation, while maintaining a high-quality learning environment with an ideal student-to-faculty ratio. DILA boasts a leading Buddhist library, actively promotes international cooperation, and integrates the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into education, aiming for a green, sustainable, and socially responsible academic environment.