Attending the reception were Mr. Mir Ali Mohammadi – Chargé d'affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Vietnam, Ambassador Nguyen Quang Khai - Vice President of the Iran-Vietnam Friendship Association, former Director of the Middle East and Africa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The event is part of an art program titled "Iran – Echoes of Persia," aimed at strengthening understanding, friendship, and cooperation between the two countries with rich histories and cultures.
Speaking at the meeting, Associate Professor Dr. Dang Thi Thu Huong emphasized that Vietnam and Iran are two countries with a rich cultural tradition and a long-standing friendly cooperative relationship. The close cooperation between the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and its Iranian partners, facilitated by the Iranian Embassy in Vietnam, is a vivid testament to this. Since 2009, with the support of the Iranian Embassy, the University has organized numerous scientific conferences, exhibitions showcasing the achievements of Persian civilization – one of the ancient civilizations that made significant contributions to humanity – opened Persian language classes, facilitated student and faculty exchanges, and awarded scholarships to students.
In particular, many experts and scientists from Iran have directly participated in teaching at the Faculty of Oriental Studies, bringing practical value to students, lecturers, and the Vietnamese community interested in the Middle East region.
These activities not only contribute to the achievements in training and research of the University but also strengthen understanding, friendship, and cooperation between the two countries with a long history and rich culture.
The University of Social Sciences and Humanities wishes to establish long-term cooperation with the Iranian Embassy, as well as other international embassies, not only in the fields of culture and arts but also expanding to include training, exchange of lecturers and students, organization of international classes, and in-depth seminars and workshops on language, culture, art, cuisine, and tourism…
On behalf of the University's leadership, Vice Rector Dang Thi Thu Huong expressed her sincere gratitude to the Iranian Embassy for choosing the University of Social Sciences and Humanities to host the traditional music performance "Iran - Echoes of Persia". This was a valuable opportunity for lecturers, researchers, and students of the University to interact directly with renowned artists, enjoy famous works of art, and learn more about the traditional culture of Iran.
Representing the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Vietnam, Mr. Moslem Golestan - Second Secretary, expressed his gratitude to the University for facilitating the organization of such a meaningful cultural event. He affirmed that the Iranian Embassy is committed to acting as a bridge to promote cooperation between Iranian educational and cultural organizations and the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, and that in the future, more cultural and academic exchange activities between the two countries will certainly be implemented at the University.
Mr. Mir Ali Mohammadi, Chargé d'affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Vietnam, highly appreciated the role of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities as an important bridge in strengthening cultural exchange, research cooperation, and mutual understanding between Vietnam and countries around the world, including the Islamic Republic of Iran. He also affirmed his commitment to promoting academic and research cooperation, especially towards the compilation and publication of the Vietnamese-Persian Dictionary, a project approved by the Iranian Government and expected to be implemented in the near future with the participation of the Faculty of Oriental Studies, University of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Leaders of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and the delegation from the Iranian Embassy pose for a commemorative photo.
Following that, faculty and students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities enjoyed the art program "Iran - Echoes of Persia," featuring performances by Iranian artists, creating a unique cultural and artistic atmosphere and fostering an open spirit of exchange.
